Translation guide
A feeling of anger or bitterness due to perceived unfair treatment. In Japanese, this is expressed through various nouns, verbs, and adjectives that differ in intensity, formality, and whether the feeling is held internally or shown outwardly.
Expressing a lingering feeling of bitterness or ill will toward someone or a situation.
A common noun for a grudge or deep-seated resentment, often personal and long-held.
He seems to hold a grudge against me.
A stronger, more formal term for deep-seated resentment or enmity, often used in serious contexts.
Years of resentment finally exploded.
Historical or lingering grudge, often from a past conflict or defeat. Used in literary or historical contexts.
That match was called a grudge match.
Describing the emotional state of being resentful, often as an adjective or verb.
An adjective meaning resentful, reproachful, or bitter, often describing a look or feeling.
She looked at me resentfully.
A phrase meaning 'to feel resentment' or 'to take something as a grudge'.
He resents those words.
To be indignant or resentful, often about an injustice. Stronger and more outward than 恨む.
I was resentful of his rude attitude.
A verb meaning to bear a grudge or resent. Often used in the passive or in set phrases.
Directly saying 'I resent you' as 「あなたを恨む」 can sound overly dramatic or archaic. Use with care.
Focusing on resentment arising from a sense of unfairness or being wronged.
A sense of unfairness, often the root of resentment. Commonly used in workplace or social contexts.
I feel resentment over the pay gap.
A feeling of being unable to accept or reconcile with a situation, leading to lingering resentment.
Antipathy or hostile feeling, often a reaction to someone's actions. Less deep-seated than 恨み.
Emphasizing the long-term nature of resentment, often with a nuance of persistence.
In English, 'I resent you' or 'I resent that' is common. In Japanese, directly saying 「あなたを恨む」 sounds overly dramatic and is rarely used in daily conversation. Instead, use phrases like 「恨みに思う」 or describe the feeling with 「不公平感」 or 「割り切れない思い」.
I hold a grudge against you. (still strong, but more natural than 恨む)
恨み (urami) is a deep, personal grudge often held for a long time. 反感 (hankan) is a more immediate antipathy or dislike, not necessarily long-lasting. 憤慨 (fungai) is indignation or resentment at an injustice, often expressed outwardly.
She still harbors resentment toward her ex-husband.
His resentment of his boss grew every day.
I don't want to cause any resentment among my colleagues.
彼は自分を裏切った友人を恨んでいる。
He resents the friend who betrayed him.
I have some resentment about his promotion.
彼の態度に反感を持った。
I felt resentment toward his attitude.
He's looking for a chance to get even for his resentment.
Tenacious in holding a grudge; vindictive. Describes a personality trait.
She is so resentful that she still holds a grudge from 10 years ago.