N2
ぞんざい (zonzai)
ぞんざい
rude, careless, rough, disrespectful
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often used to describe someone's attitude, language, or way of handling things when it's impolite or lacking care. Implies a lack of respect or proper attention. (言動や扱い方が乱暴で不親切、いい加減な様子を表す。)
📝 Example Sentences
彼は部下に対してぞんざいな言葉遣いをしたので、上司に注意された。
He used rude language towards his subordinate, so he was warned by his boss.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "ぞんざい"!
お客様に_______な態度をとってはいけません。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: お客様に対しては、丁寧な態度が求められるため、「ぞんざい」な態度は不適切です。
English: Towards customers, polite behavior is expected, so 'zonzai' (rude/careless) behavior is inappropriate.
English: Towards customers, polite behavior is expected, so 'zonzai' (rude/careless) behavior is inappropriate.
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