情け
N1なさけ
[nasake]
Definitions
1.noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
pity; sympathy; compassion; mercy
2.noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
affection; love
Example Sentences
彼の境遇を聞いて情けをかけずにはいられなかった。
After hearing his situation, I couldn't help but show compassion.
敵将に情けをかけて命を助けてやった。
He showed mercy to the enemy general and spared his life.
彼女の涙に心を動かされ、情けが芽生えた。
Moved by her tears, compassion arose within him.