Japanese meaning of だが断る。
Reading:
だがことわる。 (Daga kotowaru.)
English Translation:
But I refuse.
Original Scene & Cultural Context
Scene in the Original Work:
Rohan uses this line unexpectedly, strongly rejecting an offer or request in a dramatic and memorable way.
露伴が予想外の場面で強く申し出や要求を拒否し、印象的で劇的なシーンとなる。
Cultural Context:
Dramatic, concise rejections became popular in anime culture as humorous or serious iconic catchphrases indicating strong individuality or defiance.
劇的で簡潔な拒否表現は、日本のアニメ文化で個性や反抗的な態度を象徴する名言としてユーモラスまたは真面目に引用されることが多い。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
• だが (daga) = dramatic form of "but," emphasizing contrast.
• 断る (kotowaru) = direct, blunt verb meaning "refuse" or "decline."
Trap for English Speakers
Can seem rude or overly blunt; in Japanese, it's iconic as a dramatic rejection with humor or seriousness.
Example
Basic Example
飲み会で二次会を強制されそうになったとき。「だが断る。」
“But I refuse.” (when pushed to join the afterparty)
Applied Example
誘われたマルチ商法のセミナーにて。「だが断る。」
“But I refuse.” (when invited to a shady seminar)