Definition of (まこと)

まこ

まこと

makoto

adverb, noun
1.
truth, reality
2.
sincerity, honesty, integrity, fidelity
3.
that's right(archaism)(used when recalling forgotten information, suddenly changing the subject, etc.)
Other readings:
【まこと】
Related Kanji
sincerity, admonish, warn, prohibit, truth, fidelity
reality, truth, seed, fruit, nut
Example sentences(showing 3 results)

うそ
まこ
Many a true word is spoken in jest

The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world

てはっちょうくちはっちょ
手八丁口八丁
かれ
まこ
たまきず
玉に疵
He works fast and is very articulate but his insincerity is his biggest defect