N2
けむたい (kemutai)
煙たい
smoky; stifling; awkward; feeling out of place
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can describe physical discomfort from smoke, or more abstractly, a feeling of being suffocated or ill-at-ease due to someone's presence, especially when they are overbearing, critical, or difficult to deal with. Often used when someone's aura or presence makes you uncomfortable.
📝 Example Sentences
上司の彼が近くにいると、何だか煙たくて集中できない。
When my boss is nearby, I feel a bit stifled and can't concentrate.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "煙たい"!
彼の批判的な視線が_______と感じた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 批判的な視線は不快感やプレッシャーを与え、「煙たい」と感じさせることがあります。
English: A critical gaze can cause discomfort or pressure, making one feel 'stifled' (kemutai).
English: A critical gaze can cause discomfort or pressure, making one feel 'stifled' (kemutai).
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