勘弁
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Base noun form. Refers to the act of pardoning, forgiving, or showing forbearance. Often used in phrases like 『勘弁する』 (kanben suru, 'to forgive').
Theme
In a casual office setting, User accidentally spills coffee on their colleague Yamada's desk and needs to apologize.
勘弁
かんべん
pardon / forgiveness
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine someone begging for forgiveness by saying, 'Can pen?' — it sounds like 『勘弁』 (kanben, 'pardon'). 'Kan-ben' → 'can bend' your anger away!
Cultural Note
『勘弁』 (kanben, 'pardon') is often used in polite requests to ask for forgiveness or forbearance, e.g., 『勘弁してください』 (kanben shite kudasai, 'Please forgive me / Have mercy'). It reflects Japanese emphasis on harmony and avoiding conflict.
Forms
Base: 勘弁Base noun form. Refers to the act of pardoning, forgiving, or showing forbearance. Often used in phrases like 『勘弁する』 (kanben suru, 'to forgive').