JLPT N1 Advanced
物言い
Manner of speaking; formal objection.
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1 Noun
Manner of Speaking
Refers to the specific phrasing, tone, or manner in which someone expresses themselves verbally.
Example
彼 の 物言い は いつも 穏やか で 、 聞いて いて 安心 する 。
His manner of speaking is always gentle, and it's reassuring to listen to.
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2 Noun
Objection / Protest
A formal objection or claim of error lodged against a judgment or decision.
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