1Causing physical pain or soreness; hurts (used for injuries, aches, or pains).
昨日転んで膝がまだ痛い。
I fell yesterday and my knee still hurts.
頭が痛いので今日は早めに休みます。
My head hurts, so I'll rest early today.
歯医者で治療したら、数日間は少し痛いことがある。
After dental treatment, it can be a bit painful for a few days.
2Colloquially used to mean cringy or embarrassing (e.g., an awkward remark or behavior that makes others wince).
あの自慢話、ちょっと痛いよね。
That bragging is kind of cringy, isn't it?
無理に若作りしているファッションを見ると、正直痛いと感じることがある。
Honestly, seeing someone dress in a way that's trying too hard to look young can feel a bit cringy.