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立派
rippa
Description
「立派」は、見た目や中身がとてもよくて、みんながほめたくなるような様子を表す言葉です。
"立派" is a word that describes something very good in appearance or substance, making everyone want to praise it.
大きくて立派な建物や、りっぱな行動をした人などに使います。
It is used for large and impressive buildings or people who have done admirable actions.
Meanings
立派rippa
splendid; magnificent; impressive in appearance
あの家はとても立派ですね。
That house is very splendid.
立派rippa
admirable; respectable; fine (of conduct or character)
彼は立派な大人になりました。
He has become a fine adult.
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Notes
- Etymology
from 立 (stand) + 派 (faction/style); a na-adjective always used with な or に.
- Nuance
praises both physical grandeur and moral excellence, stronger and more formal than すごい.
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