no!; no no!; no, not at all
minimum; (very) least; at least some (comfort, etc.); only (consolation, saving grace, etc.); sole
manner; demeanour; demeanor; bearing
to turn aside adroitly; to dodge
so what?; what of it?; and?; why do you ask?
honorific; term of respect; polite expression; honorific language
superior; superiors; senior
respect; esteem; reverence; honour; honor
unconsciously; unwittingly; unawares
disrespect; irreverence; impiety; blasphemy; profanity
to take an attitude; to take a stance; to commit oneself; to assume a position
don't worry about it; there is nothing to fear; there is no need for anxiety; everything is under control
tolerant; generous; lenient; broad-minded; magnanimous
to show respect for; to revere; to honour; to honor; to worship; to hold in esteem
poor-quality; shoddy; unskillful; inexpert; unlucky
worry; fear; anxiety; concern
inside of a castle; area surrounded by castle walls
profound; deep; grave; solid; dignified; stately
guard; sentinel; garrison
on a stage; on a platform; on an altar
gorgeous; gaudy; dazzling; gay; resplendent
to place (in position); to fix; to install; to seat (someone); to settle (upon something); to fix (e.g. one's gaze)
elegant; graceful; refined
to store; to save up; to accumulate (e.g. knowledge); to build up (e.g. experience); to grow (a beard, moustache, etc.); to wear
past middle age; nearing old age; near-elderly; age 40
one's younger days; when one was young
soldier; combatant; warrior
clergyman; churchman; clergy
in advance; beforehand; previously
strict; severe; stern; rigid; rigorous; tough
to perceive; to sense; to take in; to grasp; to feel
platform; podium; (ceremonial) mound; world (of haiku, art, etc.); (literary) circles; (arch.) mandala
to imitate; to follow; to emulate
to fall to one's knees; to go down on one's knees (e.g. to express respect)
to relax; to make oneself comfortable
appreciation; thanks; gratitude
to look at; to gaze; to stare at