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“Sorry” doesn’t always mean the same thing
The right Japanese expression depends on who you are speaking to, how serious the situation is, and whether you are apologizing or expressing sympathy.
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- N5 grammar pointてからN5 grammar pointAfter doing; thenSee how the pattern in the sentence above places one completed action before the next.
- Grammar family guideは・がGrammar family guideChoosing the topic or subject markerCompare the jobs these foundational particles do before studying each use separately.
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What kind of “honest” do you mean?
Similar English translations can hide important differences in tone, character, and usage. Kotomora compares the words directly so you can choose the one that matches the situation.
- 正直しょうじきTruthful — not hiding or distorting the truth.
- 率直そっちょくFrank and direct when expressing a thought or opinion.
- 誠実せいじつSincere and trustworthy in character or conduct.
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