かゆい

Alternative writings: 痒い, かいい
JLPT:N2
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1Itchy — having an irritating sensation on the skin that makes you want to scratch, often from an insect bite, dry skin, or an allergy. Usually written in kana.

I-AdjectiveUsually Kana

Examples

蚊に刺されて足がかゆい。

My leg is itchy from a mosquito bite.

背中がかゆくて、自分では手が届かない。

My back is itchy, and I can't reach it myself.

このクリームを塗ると、かゆみが治まりますよ。

Applying this cream will help relieve the itch.

セーターの毛が肌に当たってかゆくてたまらない。

The wool sweater is rubbing against my skin and it's unbearably itchy.

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