間違い
machigainoun★Beginner
general
A mistake or error; something incorrect or wrong.
この計算には間違いがあります。
There is a mistake in this calculation.
彼は間違いを認めるのを嫌がった。
He hated to admit his mistake.
💡
Often used to refer to errors in judgment, calculations, or actions.
Collocations
間違いがないto be correct間違いを認めるto admit a mistake間違いを直すto correct a mistake
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Related Phrases
間違いなくphrase
without a doubt
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use '間違い' to refer to errors in actions, calculations, or judgments. For misunderstandings, '誤解' is more appropriate.
⚡Gold Rule
Politeness
When pointing out someone else's mistake, use polite language to avoid sounding accusatory.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the verb 間違う (machigau), meaning 'to make a mistake' or 'to be wrong.'
📝Usage Notes
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but may carry a stronger connotation of fault in formal settings.
Word Breakdown
間
between, interval
root違
difference, error
rootい
noun suffix
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