Translation guide
A strong feeling of dislike or reluctance toward something, often with a desire to avoid it.
Expressing a general feeling of not liking something or finding it unpleasant.
He has a strong aversion to people who lie.
Antipathy or ill feeling, often toward a person or idea. Less intense than 嫌悪.
There is a strong aversion to that proposal.
The most common way to say 'dislike' or 'aversion' in everyday speech. Can be used for people, things, or activities.
I have an aversion to crowds.
Indicates something one is not good at or finds difficult to deal with, often implying a mild aversion. Very common in casual conversation.
I have an aversion to spicy food.
Emphasizing the avoidance aspect of aversion, often due to fear, discomfort, or strong dislike.
A pattern meaning 'have a tendency to avoid ~'. Useful for describing habitual aversion.
He has an aversion to taking risks.
Shows that someone shows reluctance or aversion to doing something. Often used for observable behavior.
To keep away from something out of aversion or caution. Slightly formal.
Aversion rooted in ethics, instincts, or deep-seated feelings of disgust.
嫌い (kirai) expresses a clear dislike, while 苦手 (nigate) implies a lack of skill or discomfort. For example, 私は数学が嫌いだ (I dislike math) vs 私は数学が苦手だ (I'm not good at math / I have an aversion to math). 苦手 is often softer and more socially acceptable.
The English word 'aversion' is often translated as 嫌悪 (ken'o), but this is a strong word akin to 'disgust'. In many everyday situations, 嫌い (kirai) or 苦手 (nigate) are more natural and less intense.
Children have an aversion to going to the hospital.
She has an aversion to political topics and avoids them.
An aversion to death is seen in many cultures.