How to Say ‘Touching heartless words’ in Japanese
触れる心無い言葉
ふれるこころないことば
💬 Usage Tip: [触れる] (fureru) means 'to touch' and [心無い] (kokoronai) means 'heartless'. This phrase has an evocative impact.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Words in Japanese can convey deep emotion or lack thereof; indirect communication is typical in Japanese culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
触れるふれる
[fureru]
touch
To make contact with something.
彼の言葉に触れる。
Touch his words.
心無いこころない
[kokoronai]
heartless
Without feeling or compassion.
心無い言葉を使う。
Use heartless words.
言葉ことば
[kotoba]
words
A set of sounds that are meaningful in communication.
優しい言葉が好き。
I like kind words.
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