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[おせ(世)·じ(辞)]
oseji
noun

Alternate Written Forms:

[お(御)·せ(世)·じ(辞)]
oseji
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Root Words:

[お + せ(世)·じ(辞)]
o + seji

English Meaning(s) for お世辞

noun
  1. flattery; compliment
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Definition and Synonyms for お世辞

Flattery excessive or insincere praise
Synonyms: 上手, 上手, 世辞, お世辞, 外交辞令, 空世辞

Meanings for each kanji in お世辞

世 generation; world; society; public Kanji Details »
辞 resign; word; term; expression Kanji Details »

Categories お世辞 is a member of

Compliment a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration
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Sample Sentences for お世辞

We flattered her on her cooking.
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Complimenting is lying.
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Beware of smooth talk.
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When the flatterer pipes, then the devil dances.
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She is readily accessible to flattery.
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