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[き(機)·げん(嫌)]
kigen
noun, na adjective

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[き(譏)·げん(嫌)]
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English Meaning(s) for 機嫌

noun
  1. humour; humor; temper; mood; spirits
  2. safety; health; well-being; one's situation
na adjective
  1. in a good mood; in high spirits; happy; cheery; merry; chipper (usu. as ご機嫌)
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Definition and Synonyms for 機嫌

Mood a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
Synonyms: 機嫌, ご機嫌, 気分

Meanings for each kanji in 機嫌

» mechanism; opportunity; occasion; machine; airplane
» dislike; detest; hate

Categories 機嫌 is a member of

Feeling the experiencing of affective and emotional states
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Sample Sentences for 機嫌

He is cranky.
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I found it difficult to please him.
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My mother's bad mood is transient.
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Are you in a bad mood?
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Jane has been quiet and grouchy for the past few days.
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