JLPT N4 Elementary
嫌
Unpleasant, disagreeable, or expressing strong dislike and refusal.
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いや hiragana
イヤ katakana
1 Na-adjective
To Dislike / Not Want
Expresses a strong psychological resistance or refusal regarding a specific situation or action.
Example
A 明日 、 テスト が ある よ 。
B えー 、 嫌だ なあ 。
[A:] We have a test tomorrow. [B:] Ugh, I hate that.
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2 Na-adjective
Unpleasant / Disagreeable
Describes an external object, person, or atmosphere that evokes a feeling of aversion or repulsiveness.
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3 Interjection
No! / Stop it!
Functions as an immediate vocal reaction to reject an offer, protest an action, or express disgust.
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