もろい

Alternative writings: 脆い
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

Easily broken or fragile; weak against force or impact (often used for physical objects).

I-AdjectiveUsually Kana

Examples

この陶器は古くてとてももろいから、注意して扱ってください。

This pottery is old and very fragile, so please handle it carefully.

氷は熱にさらされるともろくなって割れやすい。

Ice becomes brittle when exposed to heat and breaks easily.

もろい骨は治療に時間がかかることがある。

Fragile bones can sometimes take a long time to heal.

2

Tender-hearted or sentimental; easily moved or emotionally fragile (often used about people).

I-AdjectiveUsually Kana

Examples

彼は映画を観ると涙もろくなり、すぐ泣いてしまう。

He gets emotional when watching movies and cries easily.

もろい心を守るために、時々一人で考える時間が必要だ。

To protect a tender heart, sometimes you need time alone to reflect.

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