感慨

かんがい
Alternative writings: 感概
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

deep emotion or poignant feelings, often felt when reflecting on events or milestones

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Examples

卒業式で感慨にふけった。

I was filled with deep emotion at the graduation ceremony.

長年の努力が報われて、感慨深い気持ちだ。

Years of effort have paid off, and I feel deeply moved.

久しぶりに故郷に帰り、変化に感慨を覚えた。

Returning to my hometown after a long time, I felt moved by the changes.

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