noun
English to Japanese Dictionary
pretext Meaning in Japanese (pretext 英語 意味)
口実
口実 in English:pretext
Phonetic:こうじつ
Quick Answer • 要約
pretext の日本語の意味は「口実」です。 (本当の理由ではない、行動を正当化するために与えられる理由。)
Definitions of Pretext
- 1noun口実
A reason given in justification of a course of action that is not the real reason.
本当の理由ではない、行動を正当化するために与えられる理由。
Example Sentences
“He used his illness as a pretext for not attending the meeting.”
彼は会議を欠席する口実として病気を挙げた。
“The invasion was carried out under the pretext of protecting human rights.”
人権保護を口実に侵攻が行われた。
“She called him on the pretext of needing help with her homework.”
彼女は宿題を手伝ってもらう口実で彼に電話した。
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Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions
under the pretext ofexpression
Using something as a false reason or excuse for an action.