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unsung hero in Japanese

unsung hero in Japanese is 縁の下の力持ち.

unsung hero in Japanese

縁の下の力持ち

noun

Pronounced: ennoshitanochikaramochi

(idiomatic) One who accomplishes great deeds but receives little or no recognition for them.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "unsung hero" in Japanese?

"unsung hero" in Japanese is 縁の下の力持ち.

How do you pronounce 縁の下の力持ち?

"unsung hero" in Japanese is 縁の下の力持ち, pronounced "ennoshitanochikaramochi".

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