Meaning
Easily irritated or quick to anger.
Cultural Background
Patience is a core value. Being short-tempered is often seen as a sign of emotional immaturity. Many East Asian cultures share the concept of 'ki' or 'qi', where emotional balance is vital for health and social harmony.
Use the noun!
In professional settings, using the noun '{短気|たんき}' is often more natural than the full idiom.
Meaning
Easily irritated or quick to anger.
Use the noun!
In professional settings, using the noun '{短気|たんき}' is often more natural than the full idiom.
Test Yourself
Which phrase describes someone who gets angry easily?
彼は____です。
{気が短い|きがみじかい} means short-tempered, while {気が長い|きがながい} means patient.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises彼は____です。
{気が短い|きがみじかい} means short-tempered, while {気が長い|きがながい} means patient.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it's common to say '私は{気が短い|きがみじかい}です' to explain why you might be rushing.
Related Phrases
{気|き}が{長|なが}い
contrastPatient
{短気|たんき}
synonymShort temper
