JLPT N1 Advanced
過ち
A serious mistake, fault, or moral transgression caused by poor judgment.
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Other forms
誤ち less common kanji
過つ ayamatsu, verb form
Noun
A Fault / Transgression
Refers to a serious error, moral failing, or indiscretion caused by carelessness or poor judgment rather than a simple factual mistake.
Example
彼 は 若い 頃 の 過ち を 後悔 し て いる 。
He regrets the transgressions of his youth.
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