N2
まとも (matomo)
まとも
decent, proper, respectable, upright; direct, frontal
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can describe a person's character (真面目でまともな人 - a serious and decent person), a proper state (まともな生活 - a proper life), or a direct impact (まともな打撃 - a direct hit). Often implies 'normal' or 'sensible,' contrasting with something unusual or inappropriate.
📝 Example Sentences
まともな意見を述べる。
To state a decent opinion.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "まとも"!
彼は真面目で、_______な人だ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「まとも」は、「まじめで誠実であること」「正常な状態であること」を意味します。
English: 「まとも」 means being serious and sincere, or being in a normal state.
English: 「まとも」 means being serious and sincere, or being in a normal state.
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