Translation guide
The feeling of being ashamed or losing respect, often in front of others. Japanese expresses this through nouns for the feeling, verbs for the act, and adjectives describing the situation.
Expressing the internal feeling of being humiliated or deeply embarrassed.
The most direct equivalent for 'humiliation' as a strong feeling of shame and loss of dignity.
He couldn't bear the humiliation.
It was a great humiliation.
General word for 'shame' or 'embarrassment', often used in phrases like 恥をかく (to be humiliated).
I made a mistake in public and was humiliated.
Idiomatic expression meaning complete loss of face or utter humiliation.
After a mistake like that, I'm completely humiliated.
Describing the action of causing humiliation to another person.
Describing a situation or experience that is humiliating.
Na-adjective meaning 'humiliating'.
It was a humiliating experience.
To have a humiliating/embarrassing experience.
I was humiliated in front of him.
屈辱 (くつじょく) is a stronger, more formal word for humiliation involving loss of dignity. 恥 (はじ) is broader and can mean shame or embarrassment in everyday situations. Use 屈辱 for serious humiliation, 恥 for lighter shame.
I felt humiliated being criticized in public.
I tripped and was embarrassed.
Avoid directly translating 'humiliation' as ヒューミリエーション. Use the natural Japanese expressions above.
Verb meaning to humiliate or disgrace someone.
He humiliated me in front of everyone.