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JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate

謙虚

Modesty; humility; being free from arrogance.

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謙虚な na-adjective
謙虚に adverb
Noun, Na-adjective

Modest" / "Humble

Refers to an open and unpretentious attitude where one does not boast about skills or status.

Example

彼 は 成功 して も 、 いつも 謙虚 な 姿勢 を 忘れ ません 。

Even though he's successful, he never forgets to maintain a humble attitude.

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謙虚
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Modesty; humility; being free from arrogance.
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