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嘆いてるよりも (連語(動詞の進行形+助詞))
悲しみや不満を口にして嘆いている状態を続けることよりも、別の行動や考え方の方が価値がある、または優先すべきであることを示す表現です。現状を悲観するのをやめて、前向きな一歩を踏み出すことを促す文脈で使われます。
Imagine a person standing on a 'NAG' (nageku) who is 'EATING' (te-iru -> teru) their sorrows. But then they see a 'YORI'...
Using 'nageiteru' for internal sadness only. → Use 'kanashinderu' for internal sadness; 'nageiteru' implies expression/complaint.
Saying 'nageiteru yori mo' to a grieving person too soon. → Wait for the appropriate time or use softer language.
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