間違い
machigainoun★Beginner— mistake
general
An error or mistake, often referring to a wrong action or incorrect judgment.
この間違いは避けるべきだった。
This mistake should have been avoided.
間違いを認める勇気がある。
He has the courage to admit his mistakes.
💡
Can refer to both minor errors and significant blunders.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use '間違い' to describe errors in both formal and casual settings.
⚡Gold Rule
Admitting Mistakes
In Japanese culture, admitting mistakes is often seen as a sign of maturity and responsibility.
📖Word Origin
From the verb 間違える (machigaeru, 'to make a mistake'), combining 間 (ma, 'interval') and 違い (chigai, 'difference').
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal and informal contexts to describe errors in judgment, actions, or understanding.
Word Breakdown
間
interval, between
root違い
difference
root和英辞典