気に入る
ki ni iruTo like or be pleased with something or someone; to find something appealing.
彼女は新しい服を気に入った。
She liked her new clothes.
この映画は観客に気に入られた。
This movie was well-received by the audience.
This phrase is commonly used to express personal preference or satisfaction with something.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
This phrase is often used to express personal preference in everyday conversation.
⚡Gold Rule
Politeness
While '気に入る' is informal, you can make it more polite by using '気に入りました' in formal contexts.
📖Word Origin
The phrase is composed of '気' (ki, meaning 'mind' or 'feeling'), 'に' (a particle indicating direction or target), and '入る' (iru, meaning 'to enter'). The literal meaning is 'to enter the mind,' which metaphorically means to be liked or appreciated.
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in casual conversation to express personal preference. It can be used for both tangible objects and abstract concepts.