Japanese

しったい
Meaning: blunder, disgrace, loss of face
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

失
態

Example sentences

He fell asleep in an important meeting and committed a major blunder.
彼は失態の責任を取って辞職した。
He resigned to take responsibility for his blunder.
部下の失態に社長は赫怒した
The president was furious at the subordinate's blunder.
彼は自分の失態を深く恥じ、銷鑠縮慄としてその場に立ち尽くした。
He was deeply ashamed of his blunder and stood there, feeling small and shrinking in fear.

Usage Notes

Refers to a failure or mistake that causes embarrassment or loss of reputation.

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