N2
ふてくされる (futekusareru)
ふてくされる
to sulk; to be peevish; to be in a huff
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes showing dissatisfaction or unhappiness by sulking, pouting, or behaving defiantly, often when one's demands are not met or one feels unfairly treated. It's an intransitive verb.
📝 Example Sentences
叱られて、子どもは黙ってふてくされた。
The child sulked silently after being scolded.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "ふてくされる"!
自分の意見が通らないと、すぐに_______しまう。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 意見が通らない時に不満を態度で示すことを「ふてくされる」と言います。
English: When one's opinion isn't accepted, showing dissatisfaction through one's attitude is called 'ふてくされる'.
English: When one's opinion isn't accepted, showing dissatisfaction through one's attitude is called 'ふてくされる'.
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