Translation guide
The feeling of being annoyed, dissatisfied, or unhappy about something. In Japanese, expressing displeasure directly can be blunt, so the appropriate word or phrase depends heavily on the situation, relationship, and level of formality.
Expressing that something is unpleasant, disagreeable, or causes a mild negative reaction.
A common, somewhat formal word for 'displeasure' or 'discomfort'. Often used for unpleasant sensations, behavior, or atmospheres.
I felt displeasure at his attitude.
The smell was unpleasant.
Similar to 不快 but often implies a stronger sense of being offended or upset. Common in both spoken and written Japanese.
His joke was displeasing.
A very common, natural way to say something doesn't sit well with you or you don't like it. Less formal than 不快.
I don't like the way he said it. (lit. His way of saying doesn't suit my mood.)
Literally 'stomach stands', meaning to get angry or irritated. Stronger than mere displeasure, but often used for everyday annoyances.
His irresponsible attitude really gets on my nerves.
Conveying displeasure in a polite, restrained manner, such as in business or diplomatic contexts.
Means 'dissatisfaction' or 'discontent'. Commonly used to express complaints or unmet expectations.
Voices of displeasure were raised by customers.
A formal expression meaning 'to regret' or 'to find regrettable'. Used in official statements to express displeasure without direct accusation.
I find that decision regrettable. (expressing displeasure formally)
Means 'objection' or 'dissatisfaction', often used in legal or formal complaint contexts.
Describing the act of looking displeased, frowning, or showing annoyance non-verbally.
To make a displeased face; to look annoyed or disgusted. Very common in daily conversation.
He left the room with a look of displeasure.
A grimace or frown, often showing displeasure or pain. Slightly more descriptive than 嫌な顔.
Literally 'astringent face', meaning a sour or displeased expression, often due to reluctance or dissatisfaction.
He made a sour face when he heard the price.
English 'displeasure' is often milder than its direct Japanese equivalents. In casual situations, using 不快 or 不愉快 might sound overly formal or harsh. Consider using 気に入らない or describing the specific feeling instead.
不快 is general discomfort/displeasure (can be physical or emotional). 不愉快 is stronger, often implying offense. 不満 is dissatisfaction with a situation or outcome, often used for complaints.
He is dissatisfied with his salary.
判定に不服を申し立てる。
To lodge an objection against the decision.
彼女はしかめ面をして苦い薬を飲んだ。
She drank the bitter medicine with a grimace of displeasure.