Meaning
Having a tolerant, forgiving, or open-minded personality.
Cultural Background
Tolerance is linked to the concept of 'wa' (harmony). The phrase '心胸宽广' is a sign of high moral character. Used to praise someone's personality in social settings. Often associated with 'open-mindedness' rather than just patience.
Use it as a compliment
It is a very high compliment to tell someone they are 'kokoro ga hiroi'.
Meaning
Having a tolerant, forgiving, or open-minded personality.
Use it as a compliment
It is a very high compliment to tell someone they are 'kokoro ga hiroi'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct adjective.
彼はミスをしても怒らない。本当に心が＿＿＿。
The idiom for being tolerant is 'kokoro ga hiroi'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises彼はミスをしても怒らない。本当に心が＿＿＿。
The idiom for being tolerant is 'kokoro ga hiroi'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt sounds a bit arrogant, so use it mainly for others.
Related Phrases
器が大きい
similarHaving a large vessel (capacity).
度量が広い
synonymHaving great tolerance.
