Meaning of 脆い in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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脆いJLPT 1
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Kana Readingもろい
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Romajimoroi
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- adjective (keiyoushi)
- Meaning
- brittle; fragile; tender-hearted
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Example Sentences
脆い, もろい used in context
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She is easily moved to tears.
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She is accessible to pity.
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He was weak enough to succumb to temptation.
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The model plane they built was fragile.
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Although the web looks soft and delicate, it is strong.
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Women are easily moved to tears.
Related Kanji
Kanji found in this word
brittle, fragile, easy to beat, sentimental, susceptible
On: ゼイ, セイ, セツ
Kun: もろ.い, よわい
10 strokes
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