Word details
控えめ
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 控えめ.
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Entry
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moderate; reserved; conservative; humble; mild-mannered; self-effacing; unassuming; well-behaved; low-key; temperate; in small quantities
Examples
彼の意見は控え目である。
He is humble about his opinion.
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