It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: 真面目
Meaning: serious” or “earnest.”
It is often used to describe someone who is diligent and hardworking and takes their responsibilities seriously.
Examples
- 彼は真面目です。 He (as the topic of this sentence) is serious/diligent/earnest.
- 彼は真面目な人だ。 He is a serious person.
- 彼は真面目な人です。 He’s a serious and sincere person.
- 彼は真面目な青年だ。 He is an honest young man.
- 彼は真面目な学生です。 He’s a serious student.
- 彼は元来、真面目な人です。 He’s an earnest person by nature.
- 彼はとても真面目な学生です。 He is a very serious student.
- 稔は真面目に仕事しています。 Minoru works very hard.
- 彼は、とても真面目な会社員だ。 He is a very diligent company employee.
- とうとう真面目に日本語を勉強する。 I will finally study Japanese seriously.