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弱気
yowaki
pessimistic
彼は弱気になりがちだ
He tends to be pessimistic.
informal
Pessimistic or lacking confidence; having a negative outlook.
弱気な考え方は避けた方がいい
It's better to avoid pessimistic thinking.
Often used to describe someone's attitude or outlook.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use '弱気' to describe someone's negative or hesitant attitude, often in casual conversation.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While useful, overusing '弱気' can make you seem overly negative or lacking in confidence.
Word Origin
Composed of '弱い' (weak) and '気' (spirit/mind), literally meaning 'weak spirit.'
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe a person's mental state or outlook, often in informal contexts.
Word Breakdown
弱い
weak
root気
spirit/mind
root和英辞典