真面目
Reading: まじめ
Meaning: serious, earnest, diligent
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Example Sentence
彼 は とても 真面目 に 働く
He works very diligently.
Usage Notes
Describes someone who is earnest and diligent. Can refer to both personality and approach to specific tasks.
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