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JLPT N1 Advanced

ため息

A sigh; a deep breath indicating emotions such as relief, frustration, or exhaustion.

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溜息 Kanji form
溜め息 Kanji form
Noun

A sigh

A long, deep exhalation of breath expressing emotions such as disappointment, fatigue, or relief.

Example

また 電車 に 乗り遅れた 。 思わず ため息 が 出た 。

I missed the train again. I couldn't help but sigh.

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ため息
ためいき
A sigh; a deep breath indicating emotions such as relief, frustration, or exhaustion.
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