N2
げんかく (genkaku)
厳格
strict, severe, rigid, rigorous
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often used to describe rules, standards, or people's attitudes/personalities that are very firm and allow no deviation. 規則や態度が非常に厳しく、少しの違反も許さない様子を表す。
📝 Example Sentences
彼の先生は時間にとても厳格だ。
His teacher is very strict about time.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "厳格"!
その学校の校則はとても_______だ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「校則（こうそく）」は「厳格」であることが多く、規則の厳しさを表します。
English: School rules (kousoku) are often described as 'strict' (genkaku), indicating their rigidity.
English: School rules (kousoku) are often described as 'strict' (genkaku), indicating their rigidity.
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