Japanese

いいかた
Meaning: way of speaking; expression; wording
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

言
い
方

Example sentences

I felt that her way of speaking was a bit harsh.
彼はストレートな言い方をする。
He speaks in a direct way.
彼の言い方は、なんだか嘘くさい。
The way he talks is somehow fishy.
彼女は嫌味な言い方で、私の新しい服を褒めた。
She praised my new clothes with a sarcastic tone.
彼は昇進をほのめかす言い方をした。
He used wording that hinted at a promotion.

Usage Notes

Refers to the manner, style, or choice of words when speaking.

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