嘆息
Reading: たんそく
Meaning: sigh, deep breath
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Example Sentence
父 は 深い 嘆息 を ついた
Father let out a deep sigh.
Usage Notes
A more formal or literary word for sighing, often expressing resignation or sadness.
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