しれっと

Alternative writings: シレッと
Frequency:
1

Nonchalantly; behaving calmly or as if nothing happened—used to describe acting with a composed, unconcerned demeanor.

AdverbIrregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼は失敗を指摘されても、しれっとしているだけだった。

Even when his mistake was pointed out, he just remained nonchalant.

財布を見つけたけど、しれっと誰にも言わなかった。

I found a wallet but I calmly didn't tell anyone.

彼女はシレッと嘘をついて、その後も普通に話していた。

She told a lie with a straight face and continued talking as usual.

問題が起きても、しれっと振る舞う人には注意が必要だ。

You should be wary of people who act nonchalantly even when problems arise.

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