N2
うやうやしい (uyauyashii)
恭しい
respectful, reverent, awed, polite
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes behavior or attitude that is extremely respectful and humble, often towards someone of higher status or in a formal setting. 敬意を深く表す様子。
📝 Example Sentences
彼は先生に対して、常に恭しい態度で接する。
He always approaches the teacher with a respectful attitude.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "恭しい"!
神社で参拝する人々は、_______態度で手を合わせた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 神社での参拝は、神様への敬意を表すため「恭しい」態度で行われます。
English: Visiting a shrine is done with a 'reverent' (恭しい) attitude to show respect to the deities.
English: Visiting a shrine is done with a 'reverent' (恭しい) attitude to show respect to the deities.
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