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VocabJLPT N1

poor condition

Nounの-Adjectiveな-Adjective

Definitions

1. bad condition
2. poor condition
3. failure

This noun or な-adjective describes a state of poor condition or being off one's game — whether physically, mentally, or in terms of performance. It is used when something is not working well or when a person feels unwell or sluggish.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm feeling off today, so I'm not going to push myself.

Sentence 2

Like clockwork, my stomach acts up every evening.

Sentence 3

If you keep overdoing it, something in your body will eventually give out.

Sentence 4

Did that medication help settle things down at all?

Sentence 5

I texted my friend, "My stomach's been a mess and it's rough."