Translation guide
How to express becoming irritated, bothered, or frustrated in Japanese, depending on the cause and intensity.
Expressing that something is starting to annoy you or is getting on your nerves.
A very common mimetic word for feeling irritated, frustrated, or on edge. Often used for ongoing annoyance.
I got annoyed because the train was late.
I get annoyed by the way he talks.
Literally 'stomach stands', meaning to get angry or annoyed. Slightly stronger than イライラする, often implies a more direct cause.
I got annoyed at his irresponsible attitude.
Slangy, casual expression for feeling annoyed or pissed off. Common among younger people.
Just seeing his face annoys me.
A more formal or literary word for irritation. Often used in writing.
He was annoyed by the tardiness.
Expressing annoyance at a persistent or minor problem, like noise or inconvenience.
Expressing that someone or something is persistently annoying in a way that wears you down.
Expressing that you not only feel annoyed but also react visibly, such as sighing or complaining.
イライラする is a general feeling of irritation, often from ongoing stress. 腹が立つ is more about a specific incident that makes you angry. ムカつく is casual and stronger.
I get annoyed in traffic jams.
I got annoyed at his lie.
Avoid directly translating 'get' as なる. Phrases like イライラになる are incorrect. Use イライラする or other set expressions.
I'm annoyed by the neighbor's noise.
That way of speaking got on my nerves.