WORD DETAIL
恨む
うらむ
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure: Written
恨むand readうらむ, it means resenting or blaming someone or something over a lasting grievance. - Basic usage: It is used for a friend who broke a promise or for blaming bad luck.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- More lasting than momentary anger
- The feeling lingers as grievance rather than flaring only for an instant.

