弁解
べんかい
explanation (e.g. for one's actions); excuse; justification; defense
JLPT N1 Common word
Meanings
Noun, Suru verb, Transitive
explanation (e.g. for one's actions); excuse; justification; defense; defence
Example sentences
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It is no use excusing yourself.
弁解の余地もないよ。
I have no excuse.
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What have you got to say for yourself?
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He excused himself for his bad behavior.
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He gave me an explanation for his mistake.
More examples (10)
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He was apologetic for being absent.
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There's no excuse for his delay.
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Your behavior admits of no excuse.
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No matter what the excuse is, he is to be blamed.
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His conduct admits of no excuse.
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This fault admits of no excuse.
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His reply is no more than an excuse.
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There is no excuse for such behavior.
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He did not accept my apologies.
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Your conduct allows of no excuse.