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Definition and Synonyms for 義理
| 1. | 責 | 何かをするか、払う義務がある状態 |
| Obligation | the state of being obligated to do or pay something | |
| Synonyms: | オブリゲーション, 任, 任務, 債務, 義務, 義理, 責, 責任, 責務 |
Meanings for each kanji in 義理
| » | 義 | righteousness; justice; morality; honor; loyalty; meaning |
| » | 理 | logic; arrangement; reason; justice; truth |
Categories 義理 is a member of
| 1. | 動静 | その主要な特性に注目したときのある物のあり方 |
| State | the way something is with respect to its main attributes | |
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Sample Sentences for 義理
一体、わが国の婦人は、外国婦人などと違い、子供を持つと、その精魂をその方にばかり傾けて、亭主というものに対しては、ただ義理的に操ばかりを守っていたらいいという考えのものが多い。
The women in our country are different from the women from other countries. Many think that it's acceptable for women to have children and devote themselves to them entirely; and, towards their husband, to simply uphold their duty and protect their chastity.
私たちはまず、あなたの義理のお兄さんに手紙を書いて、もてなしていただいたお礼を言うべきでしょう。
The first thing we should do is write and thank your brother-in-law for his hospitality.
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