Translation guide
Describes a feeling of discomfort, nervousness, or awkwardness in a situation. Japanese expresses this through adjectives, verbs, and set phrases that focus on the internal state of not being relaxed or feeling out of place.
The speaker feels nervous, self-conscious, or out of place around others.
Literally 'the feeling of being in a place is bad.' A very common and natural way to say you feel uncomfortable or ill at ease in a particular setting or around certain people.
初めてのパーティーで、なんだか居心地が悪かった。
I felt somewhat ill at ease at the party because it was my first time.
Means 'unable to settle down' or 'restless.' Used when you feel on edge and can't relax, often due to an unfamiliar or tense environment.
知らない人ばかりで落ち着かない。
I feel ill at ease because everyone is a stranger.
Describes an awkward atmosphere or feeling between people, often after a disagreement or when there is tension. It implies a sense of discomfort in the relationship or moment.
喧嘩の後、気まずい雰囲気になった。
After the argument, the atmosphere became ill at ease.
An onomatopoeic verb meaning to be fidgety or restless, often from nervousness or anticipation. It emphasizes visible signs of being ill at ease.
面接の前でそわそわしていた。
I was ill at ease before the interview.
The unease is tied to a particular concern, such as an upcoming event or a problem.
The standard word for 'anxious' or 'uneasy.' It directly expresses a feeling of worry or insecurity about something.
試験の結果が心配で不安だ。
I'm ill at ease worrying about the exam results.
Means something is on your mind and causing worry. It's a slightly more formal or written expression than 不安だ.
彼の健康状態が気がかりだ。
I'm ill at ease about his health condition.
The discomfort is more physical, such as from illness, pain, or an awkward position.
Commonly used for feeling unwell or physically out of sorts. Can also be used euphemistically for feeling awkward in a situation.
少し具合が悪くて、早退しました。
I felt ill at ease (physically) and left early.
Also used for physical restlessness, such as when you can't find a comfortable position or are in pain.
腰が痛くて、座っていても落ち着かない。
My back hurts, so even sitting down I feel ill at ease.