Lingakuつつましい
Frequency rank: 47,038. – 47,982. (for form 慎ましい: 17,191. – 17,249.)
- modest; reserved; quiet; humbleword usually written using kana alone
adjective (keiyoushi)
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- modest
- reserved
- quiet
- humble
This refers to a person's behavior or attitude that is humble and does not seek attention or praise.
She always interacts with those around her in a modest manner.
This describes someone who is restrained in expressing their thoughts or feelings; they may choose not to speak much or engage deeply with others.
He has a reserved personality and doesn’t often express his opinions.
This meaning emphasizes a person being calm or silent, often not attracting attention due to their demeanor.
This conveys a sense of not thinking of oneself as better than others; a humble nature often includes simplicity in lifestyle and attitude.
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