A word capturing a state of persistent gloom or lack of mental clarity.
30초 단어
- Refers to a persistent feeling of gloom or low spirits.
- Commonly used to describe Monday blues or rainy day moods.
- Can imply mild sadness or more serious psychological weight.
Overview
- 1概要：「憂鬱」は、心に重苦しい霧がかかったような、晴れやかでない状態を指す言葉です。単なる「悲しみ」よりも、より深く、出口の見えないような停滞感や、やる気の減退を伴う心理状態を表現する際に用いられます。
使用パターン：主に「憂鬱な気分だ」「憂鬱になる」という形で、形容動詞（憂鬱な）や名詞として使われます。個人的な感情だけでなく、天候や環境がもたらす気分の変化に対しても頻繁に使用されます。
- 1一般的な文脈：月曜日の朝の出勤前や、雨が続く梅雨の時期、あるいは将来への不安を感じる時など、日常のあらゆる場面で使えます。また、文学的・心理的な文脈では、より深刻な精神状態を表す言葉としても機能します。
예시
月曜日の朝は、どうしても憂鬱だ。
everydayI always feel gloomy on Monday mornings.
長期にわたる憂鬱な気分が続いている。
formalI have been feeling a persistent sense of gloom for a long time.
雨の日はなんとなく憂鬱になるね。
informalI feel a bit gloomy on rainy days, don't you?
憂鬱な感情は、創造性を阻害することがある。
academicGloomy emotions can sometimes hinder creativity.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
憂鬱な気分を吹き飛ばす
To blow away the blues
憂鬱な気持ちになる
To start feeling gloomy
なんとなく憂鬱だ
I feel a bit gloomy for no reason
자주 혼동되는 단어
Means 'sad'. Focuses on an emotional reaction to a specific negative event, whereas 'yuuutsu' is more about a heavy, lingering state.
Means 'bored'. Focuses on a lack of interest or stimulation, while 'yuuutsu' implies a negative emotional weight or depression.
문법 패턴
How to Use It
사용 참고사항
Yuuutsu is a versatile word used in both everyday conversation and formal writing. It acts as a na-adjective (yuuutsu-na) or a noun. Be careful not to use it to describe mere boredom, as it implies a deeper, more heavy emotional state.
자주 하는 실수
Learners sometimes confuse it with 'kanashii' (sad). Remember that 'yuuutsu' often refers to a vague, lingering feeling rather than a specific reaction to a sad event. Also, ensure you use 'na' when modifying nouns.
Tips
Use with 'Naru' for natural flow
Pairing it with 'naru' (to become) is the most common way to express a change in mood. For example, 'Yuuutsu ni naru' perfectly captures the onset of a gloomy feeling.
Avoid overusing in casual settings
While common, it has a slightly literary or heavy nuance. In very casual, upbeat conversations, consider using lighter alternatives like 'ki ga omoi'.
The 'Monday Blues' equivalent
In Japan, the feeling of dreading the start of the work week is often described as 'Yuuutsu na getsuyoubi'. It is a shared cultural experience.
어원
The kanji '憂' means worry or grief, and '鬱' refers to being dense, thick, or obstructed. Together, they describe a state where the mind feels clouded and obstructed by worry.
문화적 맥락
In Japan, the concept of 'Yuuutsu' is often associated with the pressure of the work-life balance. It is a culturally accepted way to express that one is not feeling mentally refreshed.
암기 팁
Think of the kanji 憂 (worry) combined with 鬱 (dense/gloomy). Imagine a heavy, dark cloud hanging over your head on a Monday morning.
자주 묻는 질문
4 질문「悲しい」は特定の出来事に対して一時的に感じる感情です。一方、「憂鬱」はより持続的で、理由がはっきりしない気分の沈みや重苦しさを伴うことが多いです。
月曜日の仕事が始まる前や、雨が続いて外出できない時など、気分が晴れない時に使います。また、精神的に少し重い状態を表現したい時にも適しています。
はい、「憂鬱な気分」や「憂鬱な一日」のように「な形容詞（形容動詞）」として使うのが一般的です。名詞として「憂鬱を感じる」と使うことも可能です。
はい、特に「月曜病」のような文脈や、天気が悪い時の会話でよく使われます。少し硬い響きを持つため、親しい間柄では「気分が乗らない」と言うことも多いです。
셀프 테스트
雨が続くと、どうしても気分が___になる。
雨による気分の落ち込みを表すには「憂鬱」が適切です。
次のうち、「憂鬱」を使うのが適切な場面はどれですか？
不安や気分の沈みがある時に使う言葉だからです。
（月曜日の / 憂鬱な / 朝は / 気分だ）
「月曜日の朝」を主語にし、「憂鬱な」で「気分」を修飾するのが自然です。
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Summary
A word capturing a state of persistent gloom or lack of mental clarity.
- Refers to a persistent feeling of gloom or low spirits.
- Commonly used to describe Monday blues or rainy day moods.
- Can imply mild sadness or more serious psychological weight.
Use with 'Naru' for natural flow
Pairing it with 'naru' (to become) is the most common way to express a change in mood. For example, 'Yuuutsu ni naru' perfectly captures the onset of a gloomy feeling.
Avoid overusing in casual settings
While common, it has a slightly literary or heavy nuance. In very casual, upbeat conversations, consider using lighter alternatives like 'ki ga omoi'.
The 'Monday Blues' equivalent
In Japan, the feeling of dreading the start of the work week is often described as 'Yuuutsu na getsuyoubi'. It is a shared cultural experience.
예시
4 / 4月曜日の朝は、どうしても憂鬱だ。
I always feel gloomy on Monday mornings.
長期にわたる憂鬱な気分が続いている。
I have been feeling a persistent sense of gloom for a long time.
雨の日はなんとなく憂鬱になるね。
I feel a bit gloomy on rainy days, don't you?
憂鬱な感情は、創造性を阻害することがある。
Gloomy emotions can sometimes hinder creativity.
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