N2
あさましい (asamashii)
浅ましい
shameful, sordid, despicable, pathetic, miserable
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes behavior, desires, or circumstances that are contemptible, base, or pitiful due to their selfishness or lack of dignity.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の金銭欲にまみれた行動は浅ましかった。
His money-driven behavior was despicable.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "浅ましい"!
人の不幸を見て喜ぶなんて、本当に_______人間だ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 人の不幸を喜ぶような、人間として恥ずべき行動は「浅ましい」と評価されます。
English: '浅ましい' (asamashii) describes shameful behavior like rejoicing in others' misfortunes, unworthy of a human.
English: '浅ましい' (asamashii) describes shameful behavior like rejoicing in others' misfortunes, unworthy of a human.
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