恥
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Base noun form. Refers to the feeling of shame or embarrassment. Often used in compounds like 『恥ずかしい』 (hazukashii, 'embarrassing').
Theme
At a café, User and their friend Yumi are discussing a recent embarrassing incident that happened to a mutual acquaintance.
恥
はじ
shame
People & IdentityEmotions & Personality
Memory Hook
Imagine feeling so ashamed that your face turns red like a 'cheek' (恥 haji sounds like 'haji' in 'haji' for 'shame'). 'Haji' → 恥 (haji, 'shame').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『恥』 (haji, 'shame') is a significant concept often tied to social harmony and saving face. Avoiding shame is important in interactions, and expressions like 『恥ずかしい』 (hazukashii, 'embarrassing') are commonly used in daily life.
Forms
Base: 恥Base noun form. Refers to the feeling of shame or embarrassment. Often used in compounds like 『恥ずかしい』 (hazukashii, 'embarrassing').