NichiDict

人望

じんぼう
[jinbou]

Meanings

1.Noun

popularity; favorable reputation; high esteem; respect

Examples

新任の課長は部員全員から厚い人望を集めている。

The new section chief enjoys deep respect from every member of his team.

若手政治家は前回の選挙以来、着実に人望を広げてきた。

The young politician has steadily been building a following since the last election.

人望のない校長では、学校をうまくまとめることはできない。

A principal without the respect of the staff cannot hold the school together well.