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JLPT N3 Intermediate

誠

Sincerity, truth, faithfulness, or integrity.

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実 makoto
真 makoto
誠に makoto ni, adverb
1 Noun

Sincerity / Faithfulness

Represents a pure, unadulterated heart or a state of absolute honesty and integrity.

Example

彼女 は 誠 を もって お 客様 に 対応 して いる 。

She deals with customers with great sincerity.

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2 Adverb (in the form `誠に`)

Truly / Sincerely" (as an adverb)

Acts as a high-register intensifier to emphasize the depth of feeling in apologies or expressions of gratitude.

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誠
まこと
Sincerity, truth, faithfulness, or integrity.
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