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Emotions & FeelingsMonday 21 September 2026

気が進まない

Pronunciation: ki ga susumanai

Meaning: not feel like doing something; reluctant

This phrase expresses a lack of motivation or enthusiasm—use it when you're hesitant about something despite possibly having to do it anyway, like 「仕事に気が進まない」(not feeling motivated about work today).

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