許されない
yurusarenaiadjective★Intermediate— unforgivable
formalinformal
Something that cannot be forgiven; unforgivable.
彼は許されない罪を犯した
He committed an unforgivable crime.
許されない行為に対する罰則がある
There are penalties for unforgivable acts.
💡
Often used to describe serious moral or ethical violations.
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
While '許されない' is neutral, it can sound harsh in informal contexts. Use '許しがたい' for a slightly softer tone.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the verb 許す (yurusu, to forgive) in its negative form.
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in serious or formal contexts to emphasize the severity of an action or situation.
Word Breakdown
許す
to forgive
rootない
not
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