WORD DETAIL
倦怠
けんたい
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
倦怠(けんたい) can mean boredom-induced weariness or bodily lethargy. The examples use the noun and compound倦怠感. - Basic usage: Monotonous life produces ennui and a change of environment; long work leaves severe bodily lethargy.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Weariness with a lifestyle and physical lethargy remaining
倦怠を覚えるis psychological tedium;倦怠感が残るis a felt bodily state. Distinguish their causes and sensory scope.

