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How do you say dismiss in Japanese?

The word "dismiss" has multiple translations in Japanese depending on the context:

1. To dismiss someone from a job: 解雇する (kaiko suru) or クビにする (kubi ni suru)

* 解雇する is the more formal and polite way to say "dismiss" someone, and is often used by management or HR.

* クビにする is a more informal way to say "dismiss" someone and is often used by individuals.

2. To dismiss a thought or idea: 却下する (kyakka suru)

3. To dismiss a court case: 棄却する (kiketsu suru)

4. To dismiss a person or request: 断る (kotowaru) or けん制する (kensei suru)

* 断る is the more polite way to say "dismiss" someone or a request. It is often used when you do not want to do something or cannot help someone.

* けん制する is a more direct way to say "dismiss" someone or a request. It can be used when you want to make it clear that you are not interested in what the person has to say or do.

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