Meaning of 誠 in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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誠, 実JLPT 1
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Kana Readingまこと
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Romajimakoto
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- adverb (fukushi), noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
- Meaning
- truth; reality
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- Parts of speech
- Meaning
- sincerity; honesty; integrity; fidelity
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- Parts of speech
- Meaning
- that's right (used when recalling forgotten information, suddenly changing the subject, etc.)
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Example Sentences
誠, 実, まこと used in context
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He works fast and is very articulate but his insincerity is his biggest defect.
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Many a true word is spoken in jest.
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というのは、律法はモーセによって、恵みとまことはイエス・キリストによって実現したからである。
For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.
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The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world.
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