N2
うけながす (ukenagasu)
受け流す
parry, fend off, brush aside (criticism, attack)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
To skillfully deal with or deflect something negative (like criticism, an attack, or an unreasonable request) without directly confronting it or being affected by it. (うまく対処する、かわす)
📝 Example Sentences
彼は記者の鋭い質問をうまく受け流した。
He skillfully parried the reporter's sharp questions.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "受け流す"!
彼女はどんな批判も冷静に_______ことができる。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「受け流す」は「（批判や攻撃などを）うまくかわす、影響されないようにする」という意味です。
English: 「受け流す」 means 'to skillfully deflect (criticism or attacks) and avoid being affected by them'.
English: 「受け流す」 means 'to skillfully deflect (criticism or attacks) and avoid being affected by them'.
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