A feeling of inferiority; an inferiority complex — feeling inferior to others or having low self-esteem.
劣等感が原因で積極的になれないことがある。
Sometimes one cannot be proactive because of a feeling of inferiority.
彼は周りと比較して劣等感を抱いているようだ。
He seems to harbor feelings of inferiority compared to those around him.
親の期待が強すぎると子供が劣等感を感じる場合がある。
If parents' expectations are too high, children may develop a sense of inferiority.