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Home N1 Grammar Pattern List 〜きらいがある

N1

〜きらいがある

Meaning

Indicates an undesirable tendency or trait. Written with the kanji 「嫌い」 (dislike). Similar to 「〜しがちだ」, but distinctively carries a tone of criticism or concern. Used with verbs and nouns.

Examples
  1. 彼は何事も悲観的に考えすぎるきらいがある。 He has a tendency to think too pessimistically about everything.
  2. 最近の若者は、活字を敬遠するきらいがあると言われる。 It is said that young people today tend to avoid reading printed material.
  3. 彼女は人の意見を聞かず、独断で進める嫌いがある。 She has a tendency to make decisions on her own without listening to others.