N2
わびしい (wabishii)
わびしい
desolate; dreary; lonely; miserable
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes a state of being lonely, poor, or miserable, often with a sense of quiet sadness or melancholy. It can apply to a person's situation, a place, or a feeling.
📝 Example Sentences
古いアパートで、一人わびしい生活を送っている。
I am leading a lonely life alone in an old apartment.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "わびしい"!
彼は失業して以来、_______毎日を送っている。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 失業して困窮している状態を表す形容詞は「わびしい」です。
English: The adjective describing a state of poverty after losing a job is 'わびしい'.
English: The adjective describing a state of poverty after losing a job is 'わびしい'.
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