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N2
しつような (shitsuyou na)
執拗な

persistent, tenacious, relentless, stubborn

💡 Nuance & Usage: Often has a slightly negative connotation, implying someone is annoyingly persistent or unwilling to give up, sometimes to an excessive degree. Can also be neutral when describing persistence in a difficult task.

📝 Example Sentences

彼は一度決めたら、執拗に目標を追い続ける。
Once he decides, he persistently pursues his goals.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "執拗な"!

彼の_______質問に、誰もがうんざりしていた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「しつような質問」は、しつこく、何度も繰り返される質問を指します。
English: 「しつような質問」 (shitsuyou na shitsumon) refers to persistent, repetitive questions.
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