N1
とがめ (togame)
咎め
blame, reprimand, censure, fault-finding
💡 Nuance & Usage:
The act of finding fault with someone, criticizing them, or scolding them for a mistake or wrongdoing. Often used in the form 「〜を咎める」(to blame/reprimand). 人の過ちや間違いを指摘し、非難したり叱ったりする行為を指します。「咎める」という動詞の形で使われることが多いです。
📝 Example Sentences
彼は自分の過ちを認め、誰にも咎められなかった。
He admitted his mistake and was not blamed by anyone.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "咎め"!
彼女は上司から仕事のミスを_______られた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「仕事のミスに対する叱責」は「咎める」です。
English: Being scolded for a work mistake is "to blame/reprimand" (togameru).
English: Being scolded for a work mistake is "to blame/reprimand" (togameru).
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