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きっぱり
kippari
Description
「きっぱり」は、はっきりと、まよわずに決める時に使います。
"きっぱり" is used when deciding clearly and without hesitation.
たとえば、さそいを「きっぱり」ことわると、あいてに気もちがよくつたわります。
For example, if you "きっぱり" refuse an invitation, your feelings are conveyed pleasantly to the other person.
Meanings
きっぱりkippari
clearly and firmly; flatly; without hesitation
彼はきっぱりとことわった。
He refused firmly.
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Notes
- Nuance
きっぱり stresses a firm, decisive refusal or statement, leaving no room for doubt.
- Grammar
often used with と before verbs like 断る, 諦める, or やめる.
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