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Definition and meaning of 厳しい - きびしい in Japanese

きびしい厳しい
kibishii

N4

1.severe, strict

Adjective

マイク先生はとても厳しい人です。
Teacher Mike is a very strict person.
きびしい厳しい
kibishii

N4

1.strict and unforgiving.

I-adjective (keiyoushi)

彼の厳しい指導は私たちを成長させました。
His strict guidance helped us grow.
厳しい条件にもかかわらず、彼は成功しました。
Despite the severe conditions, he succeeded.
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2.challenging or demanding.

I-adjective (keiyoushi)

今日の試験はとても厳しいです。
Today's exam is very difficult.
厳しい条件下で仕事をする。
Working under harsh conditions.
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3.severe or strict in nature.

I-adjective (keiyoushi)

冬の厳しい寒さで、外出するのが億劫だ。
I feel reluctant to go outside due to the intense cold of winter.
厳しい暑さで、外での作業が大変だ。
It's tough to work outside in the harsh heat.
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