“Diffidence” in Japanese
Short answer
Diffidence in Japanese is “心後れ” (kokorookure). Full meaning: diffidence, timidity.
Other ways to say “Diffidence” in Japanese
心遅れ
kokorookure diffidence, timidity
遠慮
enryo reserve, constraint, restraint, modesty, diffidence, hesitation, holding back, discretion, tact, thoughtfulness; declining, refraining; forethought, foresight
えんりょ
enryo reserve, constraint, restraint, modesty, diffidence, hesitation, holding back, discretion, tact, thoughtfulness; declining, refraining; forethought, foresight
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