言い分

Meaning

1. n
   one's say; one's point; one's case; one's claim
2. n
   complaint; objection; grievance

Example sentences

• 彼女は私の言い分を認めてはくれないだろうな。

  I'm afraid she won't accept my explanation.

• 彼の行為に弁解の余地があるとは思えないが、それでも彼の言い分に耳を傾けるべきだ。

  I don't think there is any excuse for his behavior. At the same time, we should listen to what he has to say.

• 彼に言い分を言わせよう。

  Let him have his say.