Japanese · Emotions & Feelings
怒る
okoru
To be angry / To get angry
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Definition
To feel or express strong annoyance or displeasure. In Japanese culture, expressing anger directly is often considered socially inappropriate and people may use indirect language instead.
Example
遅刻したので上司に怒られました。
I was scolded by my boss because I was late.
Etymology
怒る (okoru) has historical roots in classical Japanese, where it originally indicated wrath or ferocity. The term has remained consistent in conveying anger through various eras.
How & Where It’s Used
怒る is primarily found in informal, conversational contexts and is widely used to express emotions. It is universally understood throughout Japan.