JLPT N1 Advanced
弱音
Complaints or discouraged remarks revealing a loss of will.
Readings
Other forms
弱音を吐く yowane o haku - to complain/whine
Noun
Whining" / "Words of Discouragement
Spoken remarks that reveal a loss of confidence or a desire to give up during difficult situations.
Example
試験 が 近い から 、 弱音 を 吐い て いる 場合 じゃ ない よ 。
The exam is soon, so this is no time for complaining.
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