JLPT N1 Advanced
不本意
Against one’s true will or intention; reluctant.
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不本意な na-adjective form
不本意ながら adverbial phrase
Noun, Na-adjective
Against one's will" / "Unintended
Describes a result or action that contradicts one’s genuine will or original intention.
Example
不本意 な 転勤 だっ た が 、 新しい 場所 で 頑張る しか ない 。
It was a transfer against my will, but I have no choice but to do my best in the new place.
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