否定
ひてい · hitei
Denial, negation, repudiation, disavowal
- negation
- NOT operation
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How it’s used
Used in formal or written contexts for logical, grammatical, or official negation, not for everyday personal rejection.
Commonly confused with 拒否 (kyohi), which means refusal or rejection of an action or request, while 否定 is denial of truth or existence.
Example sentences
彼はその噂を否定した。
He denied the rumor.
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この文は否定の意味を持つ。
This sentence has a negative meaning.
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What does 否定 mean?
Denial, negation, repudiation, disavowal. It can also mean: negation; NOT operation.
How do you pronounce 否定?
ひてい (hitei). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
What JLPT level is 否定?
JLPT N2 — upper intermediate. See the JLPT N2 guide.
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