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Definition and meaning of 惜しい - おしい in Japanese

おしい惜しい
oshii

N4

1.almost, close

Adjective

惜しい、もう少しで優勝だった。
How close! We almost won.

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はなび

花火

hanabi

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惜しい おしい

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Importance of Understanding Vocabulary in Learning Japanese

When you're learning Japanese, it's really important to understand the meaning of each word. It's a key part of getting to grips with the language and using it effectively. Knowing lots of words helps you speak with confidence and understand what you're reading better. Plus, it's the first step to really getting into the language.

Taking the time to learn vocabulary properly from the beginning is a great way to start learning a new language. As you get better, you'll become more confident reading and understanding things in other languages.