彼はうっかり秘密を漏らした
He inadvertently let slip the secret.
Japanese
うっかり
うっかり
Meaning: carelessly; thoughtlessly; inadvertently
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Example sentences
I carelessly left my umbrella on the train.
うっかりコーヒーを服にこぼした。
I accidentally spilled coffee on my clothes.
料理中に、うっかり袖を濡らしてしまった。
I accidentally got my sleeve wet while cooking.
うっかりテーブルの角に頭を打ち付けてしまった。
I accidentally bumped my head against the corner of the table.
彼はついうっかり秘密をもらしてしまった。
He accidentally let the secret slip.
料理中にうっかり中指を怪我してしまった。
I accidentally hurt my middle finger while cooking.
うっかりパンを真っ黒に焦がした。
I accidentally burned the toast black.
うっかり失礼なことを言って、上司の機嫌を損ねてしまった。
I accidentally said something rude and offended my boss.
うっかり彼女の地雷を踏んでしまい、怒らせてしまった。
I accidentally stepped on her sore spot and made her angry.
Usage Notes
Used when something happens due to a lack of attention or forgetfulness. Often paired with 'する' or 'と'.
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