JLPT N1 • CONJUGATIONS

being preoccupied with ~, neglecting ~

Practice Question

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English Explanation

Expresses the idea of being so absorbed in one thing that another, more important duty is neglected. Often used with a nuance of making an excuse, citing things like 'busyness' or 'immediate pleasures.' Connection: Noun + にかまけて. Example: 忙しさにかまけて、友人への連絡を怠ってしまった。(Being preoccupied with my busy schedule, I neglected to contact my friend.)

日本語解説

ある一つのことに気を取られて、本来すべき他のことがおろそかになる意を表す。「忙しさ」や「目の前の楽しみ」など、言い訳のニュアンスで使われることが多い。接続:名詞+にかまけて。例文:忙しさにかまけて、友人への連絡を怠ってしまった。

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