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“gracious” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiisagiyoi

Example

私は潔く負けを認めます。watashi wa isagiyo ku ma ke o mito me ma su

I graciously admit defeat.

Illustration for 潔い (gracious)

How to say “gracious” in Japanese

“Gracious” in Japanese is 潔い (isagiyoi).

Conveys the dignified strength to accept reality directly and move on without clinging to pride or advantage.

Full entry for 潔い: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 潔い

間違いを指摘されても、彼は潔く謝ります。ma chiga i o shi teki sa re te mo kare wa isagiyo ku ayama ri ma su

Even when his mistake is pointed out, he apologizes graciously.

Tips for using 潔い

  • In Japanese public commentary, 潔い (isagiyoi) can praise someone who resigns after a mistake without blaming others or trying to preserve their position.

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