(つみ)

つみ
noun
crime, sin, guilt
1. crime, offense
An act that violates the law.
(つみ)(おか)した
He committed a crime.
(つみ)(おか)す = to commit a crime
He was charged with a serious crime.
He admitted guilt at the trial.
2. sin, wrongdoing
An immoral act, especially in a religious or moral sense.
Telling lies is a sin.
I worked hard to atone for my wrongdoing.
(つみ)(つぐな)う = to atone for one's sins
3. guilt, fault
The state of being responsible for wrongdoing.
He is not guilty. / It's not his fault.
I am tormented by feelings of guilt.
I deeply reflect on my guilt.

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  • (つみ)(ひと) (a cruel person, someone who makes others suffer)

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