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 into and examine in detail 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. Additionally, it signifies preparation, readiness, attitude, and sympathy.
Kimochi is used to describe an emotional state, a reflective and irrational feeling, an emotion that cannot be controlled, especially romantic feelings. It is also used to express feelings of thanks and love. It is also used as an adjective to express displeasure or comfort.
Be careful when using the word kimochi
Despite its global meaning of feeling, this word has gained some popularity on the internet because of its use during sexual intercourse to show pleasure. So be careful how you say 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 often used to refer to a sensation and feeling of the environment, atmosphere, or physical state like cold and heat, as well as 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 carries 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 repugnant. Generally, in anime, this expression is used to demonstrate disgust for something.
It can mainly refer to things like I feel nauseous or an unpleasant feeling to see. An all-encoming expression of when you feel sick because it deviates so much from your own sensitivities and sensations.
An alternative to this polite 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 condolences | My feelings | my feelings |
| This rain is good. | The rain feels nice. | love ga kimochi ii |
| Feeling young | The feeling is young. | kimochi wa wakai |
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