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泣き虫
nakimushi
Description
「泣き虫」は、よく泣く人のことです。子供や、すぐ涙が出る人に使います。
"泣き虫" refers to a person who cries easily, often used for children or those who tear up quickly.
少しからかう時や、やさしく言う時に使うことが多いです。
It is often used when teasing lightly or speaking gently.
Meanings
泣き虫nakimushi
crybaby; person who cries easily
弟は泣き虫ですぐ泣きます。
My younger brother is a crybaby and cries easily.
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Notes
- Etymology
泣き (crying) + 虫 (bug), where 虫 labels a person with a strong tendency, as in 弱虫.
- Nuance
Often teasing or affectionate, especially toward children.
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