Yojijukugo
Japanese meaning of 喜怒哀楽
Reading:
Voice sample:
きどあいらく (kido airaku)
English Translation:
Human emotions: joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasure
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
The four basic human emotions: joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasure.
日本語で読む
人間の基本的な感情である喜び・怒り・哀しみ・楽しみ。
Cultural Context:
In Japanese culture, openly expressing or controlling these emotions is tied to concepts of etiquette and social harmony.
日本語で読む
日本文化では、これらの感情を素直に表すことや抑えることが礼儀や社会的調和と結びついている。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
• Noun phrase with “を表す” or “の起伏” to describe the four basic human emotions (“喜怒哀楽を表す”).<br>• Often used in arts, literature, and acting contexts.
日本語で読む
• 人間の四つの基本感情を表す「〜を表す」「〜の起伏」（例：「喜怒哀楽を表す」）。<br>• 芸術、文学、演技の分野でよく使われる。
Trap for English Speakers
Might be seen as a complete list of emotions, but it covers only the core four, leaving out subtler feelings.
日本語で読む
全感情のリストと誤解されがちだが、基本的な四感情に限られる点に注意。
Example
Example 1Basic Example
喜怒哀楽がはっきりしていて付き合いやすい人だ。
He’s easy to get along with because he clearly shows his emotions.
Example 2Applied Example
喜怒哀楽が顔に出すぎて、ポーカーは全く向いていなかった。
His emotions were written all over his face, making him completely unsuited for poker.
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