〜気味
Formation
N2TendencyNeutral
Meaning
Indicates a slight, often temporary tendency or feeling that something is currently a bit different from usual.
Examples
最近少し太り気味なので、ダイエットを始めた。
I've started a diet because I've been a little on the heavy side lately.
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