JLPT N2

～が気になる

To be worried about; to be concerned about

Structure

Noun + が気になる / Verb plain form + の + が気になる

How it works

～が気になる expresses that something is a matter of concern, causes worry, or occupies one's thoughts. It can also imply being interested in something slightly.

Examples

最近、彼の態度が少し気になる。

Lately, his attitude has been bothering me a little.

Common mistakes

Only using it for 'being interested'. While possible, the N2 usage leans heavily towards 'worry' or 'concern'.

Tip

Think of 気 (ki) as 'spirit' or 'mind'. When something affects your 気, it 'becomes a concern to your mind'.

More JLPT N2 grammar

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