CHU-BURA

dangling; in mid-air; unsettled; in suspense; limbo

The plan was cancelled, and his position is in a state of limbo.

Describes a state where something is not fixed or settled, or hanging in the air. Often used for situations, statuses, or feelings.

copula particle for na-adjectives; negative imperative particle

Study in a quiet place.

な connects na-adjectives to nouns they modify. It's the attributive form of だ/です. Also used as negative imperative particle meaning 'don't' after dictionary form verbs.

きもち

feelings, emotions, mood, sentiment

I understand his feelings well.

Used to express emotions, feelings, or mental states. Can refer to both positive and negative feelings. Often used in phrases like '気持ちがいい' (feels good) or '気持ちが悪い' (feels bad/sick).

direct object marker particle

I solved a difficult problem.

Marks the direct object of a verb - what the action is done to. Written を but pronounced 'o'. Essential for transitive verbs. Also marks the space through which movement occurs.

かかえる

to hold; to have (problems, debts, etc.); to employ

He is carrying a lot of problems.

Used both for physically holding something under one's arm and for figuratively carrying burdens like debt or responsibility.

きょう

today

Since it's raining today, I'll read a book at home.

今日 (きょう) means 'today' and refers to the current day. It can function as both a noun and an adverb. Note that while 今日 can also be read as こんにち in formal greetings like こんにちは, きょう is the standard reading when referring to 'today'.

also, too, even (particle)

Both the rain and wind have gotten stronger.

Replaces は, が, or を to mean 'also/too'. When used twice (A も B も), means 'both A and B'. Can express 'even' in certain contexts.

とき

time, when, occasion

Memories from childhood are precious.

Indicates a specific time period or moment. Often used with の before or after to mean 'when' or 'the time of'. Can mark both past periods and hypothetical situations.