口実
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Noun meaning 'excuse' or 'pretext'. Used to justify actions or avoid responsibility. Example: 『口実を作る』 (koujitsu o tsukuru, 'to make an excuse').
Theme
Two friends, Aiko and User, are chatting at a café after Aiko canceled plans last minute.
口実
こうじつ
excuse
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine someone making an excuse by pointing to their mouth and saying, 'My mouth is busy!' — '口' (kuchi, 'mouth') + '実' (jitsu, 'truth') = '口実' (koujitsu, 'excuse'), like a 'mouth truth' that's not really true.
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, making excuses is often seen negatively, as it can imply dishonesty or lack of responsibility. However, polite refusals or explanations are common in social situations, and 『口実』 (koujitsu, 'excuse') might be used in formal contexts or discussions about behavior.
Forms
Base: 口実Noun meaning 'excuse' or 'pretext'. Used to justify actions or avoid responsibility. Example: 『口実を作る』 (koujitsu o tsukuru, 'to make an excuse').