expression, ichidan verb
look stupid; be missing something essential
Describes a person or action that seems foolish, slow-witted, or lacking common sense. Often used when someone misses an obvious point or makes a silly mistake. Related to the noun 間抜け (stupidity, fool).
See also: 間抜け
彼の質問はいつも間が抜けている。
His questions always sound stupid.
大事
I made a foolish remark at a crucial moment.