A1 Idiom Neutral

気を遣う

ki o tsukau

Be considerate/mindful

Meaning

To pay attention to others' feelings and needs; to be thoughtful.

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Cultural Background

Being 'ki ga tsukau' is a sign of a good adult. Being too considerate can sometimes be seen as 'trying too hard' or being insecure.

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Don't overthink

If someone tells you 'ki wo tsukawanai de', just say 'arigatou' and relax.

Meaning

To pay attention to others' feelings and needs; to be thoughtful.

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Don't overthink

If someone tells you 'ki wo tsukawanai de', just say 'arigatou' and relax.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form.

そんなに_____ないでください。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 気を遣わ

The negative form is required here.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form. Fill Blank A1

そんなに_____ないでください。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 気を遣わ

The negative form is required here.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is a very polite and necessary phrase.

Related Phrases

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気配り

synonym

Attentiveness

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気疲れ

builds on

Mental fatigue

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