N2
けなげな (kenagena)
健気な
brave, gallant, admirable (especially for someone in a difficult situation, showing fortitude)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to describe someone (often a child or a weak person) who, despite facing hardship or disadvantage, tries their best and perseveres with admirable spirit. It's a な-adjective.
📝 Example Sentences
小さな体で頑張る姿は健気だった。
The sight of her small body trying her best was admirable.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "健気な"!
病気と闘う彼の姿は、本当に_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 困難な状況で弱音を吐かず頑張る様子を表すので、「健気だ」が適切です。
English: "健気だ" (kenageda) is appropriate because it describes someone bravely enduring hardship without complaining.
English: "健気だ" (kenageda) is appropriate because it describes someone bravely enduring hardship without complaining.
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