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いい雰囲気
ii fun'iki
good vibes
このカフェはいい雰囲気ですね。
This café has good vibes.
informal
A pleasant or comfortable atmosphere that feels welcoming or relaxing.
このレストランはいい雰囲気で、食事がより美味しく感じられます。
This restaurant has a good vibe, making the meal taste even better.
パーティーのいい雰囲気を壊さないようにしよう。
Let's not ruin the good vibes at the party.
Often used to describe environments, social settings, or emotional atmospheres that feel positive and comfortable.
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Pro Tip
Context matters
「いい雰囲気」 is often used in social or emotional contexts. For example, you might say it about a party, a café, or even a conversation to indicate that the setting feels pleasant or comfortable. It’s less about the physical space and more about the emotional or social impression.
Gold Rule
Avoid overusing in formal settings
While 「いい雰囲気」 is natural in casual conversation, it may sound too informal in professional or formal writing. In such cases, use more formal alternatives like 「快適な雰囲気」 (comfortable atmosphere) or 「良好な空気感」 (positive ambiance).
Word Origin
The phrase combines 「いい」 (ii, meaning 'good') and 「雰囲気」 (fun'iki, meaning 'atmosphere' or 'vibe'). 「雰囲気」 is a Sino-Japanese compound (熟語) derived from Chinese '氛圍氣' (fēnwèiqì), which originally referred to the 'atmosphere' or 'ambiance' of a place. The modern Japanese usage emphasizes the emotional or social atmosphere rather than just physical conditions.
Usage Notes
「いい雰囲気」 is commonly used in casual conversation to describe environments, social gatherings, or even interpersonal dynamics that feel pleasant, comfortable, or inviting. It is slightly more nuanced than just 'good atmosphere' as it often implies a positive emotional or psychological effect on people present. The phrase can be used to describe physical spaces (e.g., cafes, rooms) or abstract settings (e.g., a conversation, a workplace).
Word Breakdown
いい
good
adjective雰囲気
atmosphere/vibe
noun和英辞典