自慢
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Base noun form. Used to express pride or boasting about oneself or something. Often appears in phrases like 『自慢する』 (jiman suru, 'to boast') as a suru-verb.
Theme
User is chatting with their friend Ken at a park, sharing personal achievements and stories.
自慢
じまん
pride, boast
People & IdentityEmotions & Personality
Memory Hook
Imagine someone showing off their 'jimmy' (自慢 jiman sounds like 'Jimmy') with pride, boasting about their achievements. 'Jimmy's pride' → 自慢 (jiman, 'pride, boast').
Cultural Note
In Japan, excessive boasting is often frowned upon due to cultural values of humility. However, 『自慢』 (jiman, 'pride, boast') can be used in contexts like 『自慢の料理』 (jiman no ryouri, 'prideful dish') to express pride in one's skills or creations in a positive way.
Forms
Base: 自慢Base noun form. Used to express pride or boasting about oneself or something. Often appears in phrases like 『自慢する』 (jiman suru, 'to boast') as a suru-verb.