N1
きべん (kiben)
詭弁
sophistry, quibble, specious argument
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to an argument that appears logical but is actually misleading or fallacious, often used to deceive or avoid responsibility. Has a negative connotation.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の話は詭弁に満ちている。
His speech is full of sophistry.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "詭弁"!
彼は自分のミスを（ ）でごまかそうとした。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「詭弁でごまかす」は、論理的に見せかけて、実際は欺くような言い訳をすることです。
English: 「詭弁でごまかす」 means to use specious arguments to deceive or cover up one's mistakes.
English: 「詭弁でごまかす」 means to use specious arguments to deceive or cover up one's mistakes.
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