苛立った

When you're learning Japanese, you'll find that expressing feelings is super important. Today, let's look at 苛立った (iradatta), which means feeling irritated, frustrated, or annoyed. This is a common and useful word, and it’s good to know at the CEFR B1 level.

It’s the past tense of the verb 苛立つ (iradatsu). You’d use this when something or someone really gets on your nerves. Think about situations where you feel impatient or a little bit angry.

When using 苛立った (iradatta), it refers to a state of being irritated, frustrated, or annoyed. This word often describes a feeling of impatience or a sense of being bothered by something that isn't going as expected or is causing a delay. It's a common emotional state when one encounters minor inconveniences or difficulties.

You might use it when someone is tapping their foot impatiently, or when you're stuck in traffic and feeling bothered. It captures that feeling of unease or slight agitation. It’s important to note that it's more about an internal feeling rather than an external action of showing anger.