Translation and Meaning of: 臆病 - okubyou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 臆病 (okubyou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: okubyou
Kana: おくびょう
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: cowardice; shyness
Meaning in English: cowardice;timidity
Definition: Being weak and brave. Being easily scared of things.
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Explanation and Etymology - (臆病) okubyou
臆病 (おくびょう) is a Japanese word that means "cowardly" or "timid". It is composed of the kanji 臆 (おく) which means "shyness" or "cowardice" and 病 (びょう) which means "disease" or "illness". The word can be used to describe a person who is afraid to face difficult or dangerous situations, or who avoids making important decisions out of fear of the consequences. The etymology of the word dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), when the word was written as "憶病" and meant "mental illness caused by excessive worries". Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to a person who is excessively shy or timid.How to Write in Japanese - (臆病) okubyou
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Synonyms and Similar - (臆病) okubyou
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
臆病; おくびょう; おくじょう; おくびょうな; おくじょうな
Words containing: 臆病
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Words with the same pronunciation: おくびょう okubyou
Example Sentences - (臆病) okubyou
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "cowardice; shyness" é "(臆病) okubyou". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.