空気を読む
Reading: くうきをよむ
Meaning: to read the atmosphere, to be socially aware
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Example Sentence
彼 は 全く 空気を読む ことが できない
He completely fails to read the atmosphere.
Usage Notes
Describes the ability to understand unspoken social cues and act appropriately. Often abbreviated as KY (unable to read the atmosphere) when someone lacks this ability.
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