N2
てもちぶさた (temochibusata)
手持ち無沙汰
having nothing to do, feeling bored, being idle
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to the feeling of boredom or restlessness that arises when one has nothing particular to do with one's hands or time. Often happens when waiting. (することがなく、時間を持て余して退屈な気持ちになること)
📝 Example Sentences
待ち時間が長く、手持ち無沙汰だった。
The waiting time was long, and I felt idle.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "手持ち無沙汰"!
電車が遅れて、（ ）だったので本を読んだ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 電車が遅れて何もすることがない状態を「手持ち無沙汰」と表現します。
English: '手持ち無沙汰' describes a state of having nothing to do due to a train delay.
English: '手持ち無沙汰' describes a state of having nothing to do due to a train delay.
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