slight tendency, touch of, -ish

Intermediate

20-25 min

common

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Explanation

Indicates a slight degree or tendency, often negative.

[Verb stem/Noun] + 気味

Weaker than っぽい, indicates just a slight tendency.

～っぽい

-ish, -like, tends to be

～向き/向け

suitable for, intended for, facing

～ために (tame ni)

in order to ~, for the purpose of ~

～のに (noni)

although ~, despite ~, even though ~

～にもかかわらず

despite ~, in spite of ~

～ようになる

come to ~, become able to ~, reach the point where ~

Often used with health conditions or negative states.

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Last updated: Jan 2

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