N2
ぎり (giri)
義理
duty, obligation, sense of duty, social obligation
💡 Nuance & Usage:
A strong sense of social obligation or duty, especially in Japanese culture, often involving returning favors or fulfilling responsibilities towards others. (日本文化において、人との関係に基づいて生じる社会的な義務や人情。
📝 Example Sentences
彼は友人の頼みを義理で断ることができなかった。
He couldn't refuse his friend's request out of obligation.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "義理"!
彼は友人の頼みを_______で断ることができなかった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 友人との関係性から生じる義務感や人情を指すので「義理」が適切です。
English: 'Giri' is appropriate as it refers to the sense of obligation or human feeling arising from a relationship with a friend.
English: 'Giri' is appropriate as it refers to the sense of obligation or human feeling arising from a relationship with a friend.
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