Translation guide
The English word 'vexed' can describe a person feeling annoyed or frustrated, a problem that is difficult and much debated, or a situation that is troublesome. This guide helps learners express these nuances naturally in Japanese.
Expressing that someone is annoyed, irritated, or frustrated by something.
A common, natural way to say someone is irritated or annoyed. Often used for ongoing irritation.
彼の態度にいらいらした。
I was vexed by his attitude.
Literally 'stomach stands', meaning to get angry or annoyed. Slightly stronger than いらいらする.
彼の無責任な発言には腹が立った。
I was vexed by his irresponsible remarks.
A slightly more formal or literary term for being irritated or vexed. Often used in writing.
彼女は彼の無理解に苛立っていた。
She was vexed by his lack of understanding.
Describes a feeling of being irritated or upset, often without a clear reason. More colloquial.
何だかむしゃくしゃして、やつあたりしてしまった。
I felt vexed for no reason and took it out on someone.
Describing a problem or question that is hard to solve, controversial, or much debated.
The most common and versatile word for 'difficult'. Can be used for vexed issues.
これは難しい問題だ。
This is a vexed question.
Means troublesome, bothersome, or vexing. Often used for problems that are hard to deal with.
厄介な問題に直面している。
We are facing a vexed issue.
Literally 'headache-inducing', used for vexing or worrying problems.
頭の痛い問題が山積みだ。
Vexed problems are piling up.
Means complicated, entangled, or controversial. Used for issues that are hotly debated.
その法案は紛糾した議論を引き起こした。
The bill sparked a vexed debate.
Describing a situation that is causing annoyance or difficulty.
Means troublesome, bothersome. Very common in everyday speech.
面倒な手続きが必要だ。
Vexing procedures are required.
Means annoying, troublesome, irksome. Slightly more formal or literary.
煩わしい規則が多すぎる。
There are too many vexing rules.
The English word 'vexed' is not directly equivalent to a single Japanese word. Using a dictionary translation like 悩ませる (nayamaseru) may sound unnatural. Choose the appropriate expression based on whether you mean a person's feeling or a problem's nature.