まない【すまない】

    adjective (keiyoushi)
  1. inexcusable; unjustifiable; unpardonableword usually written using kana alone
  2. sorry; remorseful; apologetic; conscience-stricken; contrite
    3. interjection (kandoushi)
  3. excuse me; (I'm) sorry; thank yousee also
Forms
  • まない【すまない】
  • すまない
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. inexcusable; unjustifiable; unpardonable
    2. This meaning refers to a situation or behavior that cannot be forgiven or justified, often due to moral or ethical standards.
    I thought his actions were inexcusable.
    That mistake is unjustifiable.
  2. sorry; remorseful; apologetic; conscience-stricken; contrite
    3. This meaning conveys feelings of guilt or regret for a misdeed or an error, often used when expressing an apology.
    I am filled with remorse towards her.
    I can't help but feel sorry when I remember that time.
  3. excuse me; (I'm) sorry; thank you
    4. This usage serves as a polite expression when seeking attention or forgiveness, or when acknowledging someone’s help.
    Excuse me, I am late.
    I'm sorry, but I have to say something that may upset you.
Generated collocations (experimental)
to say sorrytruly sorryfeeling of remorseto apologizeI'm really sorryfeeling of guiltapologetic expressionto consider it an excusein a state of being sorryto feel sorry towards someone
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