Japanese

はつげん
Meaning: remark; statement; speech
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

発
言

Example sentences

Speak up actively in the meeting.
その発言はちょっといたすね
That comment is a bit cringey, isn't it?
誤解を招くような発言は控えるべきだ。
One should refrain from remarks that invite misunderstanding.
その政治家は不適切な発言で激しい非難を浴びた。
The politician was heavily criticized for his inappropriate remarks.
相手の気持ちをくんで、発言を控えた。
I took the other person's feelings into consideration and refrained from speaking.
彼は自分の発言をあわてて引っ込めた。
He hurriedly retracted his statement.
彼は強気な発言で周囲を驚かせた。
He surprised everyone with his confident remarks.
大統領の予期せぬ発言に会場がざわめいた。
The venue buzzed at the president's unexpected remark.
彼は他人の感情を踏みつけるような発言を繰り返した。
He repeatedly made remarks that seemed to trample on others' feelings.
彼は不用意な発言で、彼女の機嫌を損ねてしまった。
He hurt her feelings with a careless remark.

Usage Notes

Used when someone speaks up or makes a remark, especially in a formal setting like a meeting.

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