Not exactly in Japanese
In Japanese
とは言えない
to wa ienai
Definition
Definition in EnglishAn expression that softens a negative judgment by apparently denying complete accuracy while implying that the description does not really apply.
Definition in Japaneseある評価が当てはまらないことを、少し控えめに伝える表現。
Example sentences
この数字は信頼できるとは言えませんので、報告書を送る前に確認する必要があります。
The figures are not exactly reliable, so we need to check them before sending the report.
一週間も洗い物を放っておくのは、ほかの人にフェアとは言えないから、食事のあとは毎回洗おう。
Leaving dirty dishes for a week is not exactly fair, so let's wash them after each meal.