思おもうところがある

expression, godan verb (-ru, irregular)

have something on one's mind; have reservations; feel conflicted

Used when someone has unspoken thoughts, doubts, or a personal reason that affects their attitude or decision. Often implies the person is not fully open about their feelings.

• 彼かれは何なにか思おもうところがあるらしく、ずっと黙だまっている。

  He seems to have something on his mind and has been silent the whole time.

• その提てい案あんには思おもうところがあって、すぐに賛さん成せいできなかった。

  I had some reservations about the proposal and couldn't agree right away.