侮辱

§ What 侮辱 (bujoku) means

Japanese Word

侮辱 (bujoku)

Part of Speech

Noun

CEFR Level

B1

Definition

Insult, offense, contempt.

§ How to use it in a sentence

侮辱 (bujoku) is a noun. This means you'll often see it used with particles like を (o), に (ni), や (ya), or と (to), depending on what you want to say. It describes the act or feeling of being insulted or showing contempt.

§ 侮辱をする (bujoku o suru) - To insult/offend someone

The most common way to use 侮辱 is with the verb する (suru), meaning "to do." When you combine them, 侮辱をする (bujoku o suru) means "to insult" or "to offend."

Hint

His remarks were an insult towards me.

Hint

He said words that would insult her.

§ 侮辱を受ける (bujoku o ukeru) - To receive an insult/be insulted

When you are on the receiving end of an insult, you use 侮辱を受ける (bujoku o ukeru). 受ける (ukeru) means "to receive."

Hint

He received a great insult from that remark.

§ Using 侮辱 as a direct object with を (o)

You can also use 侮辱 as a direct object for other verbs, though 侮辱をする and 侮辱を受ける are the most frequent pairings. For example, you might "feel" an insult.

Hint

I felt his attitude was an insult.

§ Related words and nuances

While 侮辱 is pretty direct, here are some related concepts to keep in mind:

• 軽蔑 (keibetsu): This means "contempt" or "scorn." It's similar to 侮辱 but focuses more on looking down on someone or something.
• 悪口 (warukuchi): This refers to "slander" or "speaking ill of someone." It's more about negative talk than a direct insult.
• 無礼 (burei): This means "rudeness" or "impoliteness." While an insult is rude, 無礼 is a broader term for bad manners.

Understanding the subtle differences will help you choose the most appropriate word for the situation.