WORD DETAIL
理不尽
りふじん
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
理不尽is read asりふじんand is a noun and na-adjective for something unreasonable or unfair because it lacks a justifiable basis. - Basic usage: Use
理不尽だas a predicate and理不尽を感じるfor experiencing or perceiving unfairness.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Lack of reason and unfairness
- Being blamed
理由もなくis judged contrary to fairness and reasonable justification.
- Being blamed
- Focus beside
不合理不合理readily concerns logical inconsistency or inefficiency, while理不尽strongly conveys unjust demands or treatment that a person cannot reasonably accept.

