Meaning of 気がある in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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気がある
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Kana Readingきがある
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Romajikigāru
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with `ru` ending (irregular verb)
- Meaning
- to have an interest (in something); to feel inclined (toward doing something)
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Example Sentences
気がある, きがある used in context
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They are willing to learn English.
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I have a good mind to study abroad.
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I'm game for it.
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仮にも彼に成功したい気があるのなら、もっとせっせと働かなければならない。
If he wants to succeed at all, he must work harder.
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ビルはただモニカを慰めたかっただけなのに、彼女は彼が自分に気があるのだと判明した。
Bill just wanted to comfort Monica, but she interpreted it as romantic interest.
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Are you interested in that girl?
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