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不作法
fusa
rude behavior
彼は不作法な振る舞いをした。
He behaved rudely.
informal
Rude or improper behavior, especially in social or formal settings.
不作法な言葉遣いをしないでください。
Please don't use rude language.
彼は不作法な態度で接客した。
He served customers with a rude attitude.
This term is often used to criticize someone's behavior that is considered impolite or inappropriate in a given context.
Pro Tip
Politeness in Japanese Culture
In Japanese culture, proper manners and etiquette are highly valued. Using 不作法 to describe someone's behavior is a strong criticism, so it should be used carefully.
Word Origin
Composed of 不 (fu, 'not') and 作法 (sahō, 'manners' or 'etiquette'), literally meaning 'lacking proper manners.'
Usage Notes
This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe behavior that is considered socially inappropriate or disrespectful.
Word Breakdown
不
not
prefix作法
manners, etiquette
root和英辞典