Yojijukugo
Japanese meaning of 質実剛健
Reading:
Voice sample:
しつじつごうけん (shitsujitsu gōken)
English Translation:
Unpretentious and robust
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
Simple and sincere, strong in body and mind.
日本語で読む
飾り気がなく、心身ともに健やかなこと。
Cultural Context:
Praised in education and sports for balanced strength and integrity.
日本語で読む
教育やスポーツで、バランスの取れた力と誠実さを称える。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
• Noun phrase with “な” for adjective usage.
日本語で読む
• 形容詞的に使う場合は「な」を付ける。
Trap for English Speakers
May be confused with physical strength only.
日本語で読む
肉体的な強さだけと誤解されやすい。
Example
Example 1Basic Example
質実剛健な校風で知られる学校。
A school known for its unpretentious and robust atmosphere.
Example 2Applied Example
派手さはないが、質実剛健なプレーで勝利をつかんだ。
Without flashiness, he won with a solid and robust play.
Quick check
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