Do you know what the word kimochi [気持ち] really means in Japanese? The word literally means feelings, sensation, and mood, but is that the only meaning of this word?
In this article, we will delve deeper and examine the word kimochi and its various meanings and uses in the Japanese language. I hope you enjoy this word that expresses a good feeling.
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The meaning of the word kimochi
The word kimochi is composed of 2 ideograms that mean energy, spirit, mind, and heart (ki – 気) and to hold, carry, possess (持ち). So we can keep in mind that the word involves holding something in our mind and heart. Furthermore, it means preparation, readiness, attitude, and sympathy.
Kimochi is used to describe an emotional state, a reflexive and irrational feeling, an emotion that cannot be controlled, especially romantic feelings. It is also used to express feelings of gratitude and love. It is also used as an adjective to express disgust or comfort.
Caution when using the word kimochi
Despite its overall meaning of feeling, this word has gained some popularity on the internet due to its use during sexual relations to demonstrate pleasure. So be careful with the way you speak or use this word, so as not to convey a perverted idea.
There are other words to express feelings like kibun (気分) which is usually used to refer to a sensation and feeling of the environment, atmosphere, or physical sensations like cold and heat, and also a state of mind or temperament. Another word that means to feel is kanji (感じ) which also involves having an impression or feeling something.
The word kimochi can also be used with the meaning of heart, inclination (decision, choice), and mind (opinion, desire). With so many meanings and applications, we should study phrases and contexts to understand the essence of this word that conveys many idiomatic meanings.
We created an article showing other words that are also used to express feelings, you can read this article by clicking here.
What does Kimochi Warui mean?
The word kimochi warui [気持ち悪い] means bad feeling. It can mean bad premonition; feeling sick; unpleasant; revolting; crude and disgusting. Generally, in anime, this expression is used to demonstrate disgust for something.
It can mainly refer to things like feeling nauseous or an unpleasant sensation of seeing. A broad expression of when you feel sick because it deviates too much from your own sensitivities and sensations.
A more polite alternative to this expression is kimochigawarui [気持ちが悪い] which has practically the same meaning. There is a slang for this expression which is kimoi [キモイ], other synonyms are iyarashii [嫌らしい] and kanjiwarui [感じ悪い].
Using the word kimochi and its other meanings
Below we will see some variations and expressions of the word and their meanings:
- Kimochiii (気持ちいい) = good feeling, feeling good;
Sentences with the word kimochi:
| My feelings | 私の気持ち | watashi no kimochi |
| This rain feels good | 雨が気持ちいい | ame ga kimochi ii |
| Feeling young | 気持ちは若い | kimochi wa wakai |
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