N3
ぎむ (gimu)
義務
duty; obligation
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a duty, obligation, or legal/moral responsibility. Contrast with 権利 (right). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Fulfilling your duty is basic adult decency! But who cares about public laws, your absolute duty is to reply to my messages within three seconds! Understood?!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『義務を果たすのは社会人として当然よ！...でもね、法律の義務より大切なのは、私からのメールに3秒以内に返信する「あんたの絶対義務」よ！分かった？！』
📝 Example Sentences
国民には、納税の義務があります。
Citizens have a duty to pay taxes.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "義務"!
子供に教育を受けさせることは、親の_______です。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 法律や倫理において果たさなければならない「義務」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『親の義務は大切ね！そして、あんたを完璧に育てるのは、私の幸せな義務なんだからね！』
English: Since it represents what must be performed in law or ethics, 'duty' (gimu) is correct. Haruka: 'Parents' duty is important! And nurturing you perfectly is my happy duty!'
English: Since it represents what must be performed in law or ethics, 'duty' (gimu) is correct. Haruka: 'Parents' duty is important! And nurturing you perfectly is my happy duty!'
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