English–Japanese
“be hurt” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajikizutsuku
Example
その言葉で心が傷つきました。so no koto ba de kokoro ga kizu tsu ki ma shi ta
My feelings were hurt by those words.
How to say “be hurt” in Japanese
“Be hurt” in Japanese is 傷つく (kizutsuku).
Describes a state in which physical or emotional damage causes pain to a person.
Example sentences with 傷つく
大切な作品を笑われて、彼女は傷つきました。tai setsu na saku hin o wara wa re te kano jo wa kizu tsu ki ma shi ta
She was hurt when people laughed at her cherished artwork.
Tips for using 傷つく
- In formal writing, 傷つく (kizutsuku) can describe harm to a reputation or dignity, extending beyond physical wounds and personal feelings.