half-hearted (B2)
カタカナ: ハーフ・ハーティッド
IPA: /ˌhɑːfˈhɑːtɪd/
Definition
Lacking enthusiasm, interest, or genuine commitment to an action or task. It implies that someone is doing something, but without putting their full spirit or effort into it.
意味: 行動や仕事に対して、熱意や興味、真剣な取り組みが欠けていること。何かをしてはいるものの、心から打ち込んでいない状態を指します。
Examples / 例文
The team made a half-hearted attempt to finish the project before the deadline. — The team made a half-hearted attempt to finish the project before the deadline.
His half-hearted apology did little to soothe her anger. — His half-hearted apology did little to soothe her anger.
I could tell by her half-hearted smile that she wasn't really enjoying the party. — I could tell by her half-hearted smile that she wasn't really enjoying the party.
Half-hearted の日本語訳
Japanese translations of Half-hearted:
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