noun
inattention; distraction; mind-wandering
Describes a state where one's attention is scattered or unfocused, often used in contexts like driving, studying, or work. Cross-referenced with 注意力散漫, a synonymous compound.
See also: 注意力散漫
運転中の注意散漫は事故のもとだ。
Inattention while driving can cause accidents.
注意散漫で、授業の内容が頭に入らなかった。
I was distracted and couldn't absorb the lesson.