きらいがある (kiraigaaru)

Meaning & usage

きらいがある attaches to plain-form verbs (including negative forms) and nouns, and expresses that someone or something has a tendency toward a certain behavior or condition, often one viewed somewhat critically. It is a formal expression common in written or serious contexts.

Example sentences 4

1. 彼かれは物事ものごとを悲観的ひかんてきに考かんがえすぎるきらいがある。

   He has a tendency to think about things too pessimistically.

2. 最近の若者はニュースを読まないきらいがある。

   Young people these days tend not to read the news.

3. この店は値段が少し高めのきらいがある。

   This shop tends to have somewhat high prices.

4. 私は忙しくなると食事を怠りがちなきらいがある。

   When I get busy, I have a tendency to neglect my meals.