おねだり

Alternative writings: お強請り, 御強請り
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The act of begging or coaxing someone for something; a noun referring to persistently asking for what one wants, often used in polite speech.

NounUsually KanaPolite (Teineigo) Language

Examples

子どもがおねだりして新しいおもちゃを買ってもらった。

The child begged and got a new toy bought for them.

彼は何度もおねだりして、ディナーに連れて行ってもらった。

He kept pleading and was finally taken out to dinner.

おねだりばかりしてはいけないよ。自分で努力しなさい。

You shouldn't keep begging all the time. Make an effort yourself.

彼女は上手におねだりして、割引を勝ち取った。

She skillfully coaxed her way into getting a discount.

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