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GrammarJLPT N1
tending to
Suffix

Definitions

  1. 1. tending to
A suffix attached to noun or verb stems to indicate a slight tendency or inclination toward something, often something negative. For example, it can describe feeling a bit tired or having a slight cold, conveying that the condition is mild but noticeable.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

My appetite's been a bit off since last week — I'm just not eating as much.

Sentence 2

That attitude of yours is coming across a little victim-y — you doing okay?

Sentence 3

That café near the station tends to get pretty packed at lunch, doesn't it?

Sentence 4

Why have your replies been a little slow lately?

Sentence 5

The way he laughs is a bit forced — honestly kind of unsettling!