A1 Idiom Formal

顔に泥を塗る

kao ni doro o nuru

Bring shame/Disgrace

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Meaning

To cause embarrassment or dishonor to oneself or others.

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Cultural Background

The concept of 'face' is central to social interaction. Maintaining harmony means avoiding public embarrassment. Similar concepts of 'face' exist in China and Korea, where public image is highly valued.

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Serious Tone

Do not use this lightly. It is a very strong accusation.

Meaning

To cause embarrassment or dishonor to oneself or others.

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Serious Tone

Do not use this lightly. It is a very strong accusation.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct verb to complete the idiom.

彼は家族の顔に泥を＿＿＿。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 塗った

The idiom is 'kao ni doro o nuru'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct verb to complete the idiom. Choose A1

彼は家族の顔に泥を＿＿＿。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 塗った

The idiom is 'kao ni doro o nuru'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, you can say 'I smeared mud on my own face' to express deep regret.

Related Phrases

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顔を汚す

synonym

To dirty one's face

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面目を失う

similar

To lose face

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