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Emotions & FeelingsWednesday 12 August 2026

心がもやもやしている

Pronunciation: kokoro ga mayamaya shite iru

Meaning: My heart feels hazy/uncertain

This phrase expresses that vague, unsettled feeling you can't quite put into words—perfect for describing emotional confusion or anxiety without a clear cause, and it's frequently used in casual conversation among Japanese speakers.

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