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Emotions & FeelingsTuesday 23 June 2026

気が進まない

Pronunciation: ki ga susumanai

Meaning: To be reluctant or unwilling; to not feel like doing something

This phrase expresses a lack of enthusiasm or motivation, useful for politely declining invitations or explaining hesitation in Japanese conversations.

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