面目
0%
Log in to evaluate your pronunciation.
No feedback yet. Please speak to see your results.
Base noun form. Refers to one's social standing, dignity, or outward appearance. Often used in formal contexts to discuss reputation or honor.
Theme
At a local izakaya, User and their friend Kenji discuss a recent community event where someone's actions affected their reputation.
面目
めんもく
face, honor, reputation
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'men' (sounds like 'men' in 'men-toh') showing his face with honor — 'Men-toh' → 『面目』 (menmoku, 'face, honor, reputation').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『面目』 (menmoku, 'face, honor, reputation') is crucial in social interactions. Losing face can damage relationships, so people often act to preserve their 『面目』, especially in business and family settings.
Forms
Base: 面目Base noun form. Refers to one's social standing, dignity, or outward appearance. Often used in formal contexts to discuss reputation or honor.