expression
Expresses that a negative situation is so bad one cannot stand it. Often used in exclamations.
See also: 堪らない (たまらない)
この暑さはたまらん。
This heat is unbearable.
expression
irresistible; tremendous; out of this world
Expresses that something is so good or desirable that one cannot resist it. Often used with 〜てたまらん.
See also: 堪らない (たまらない)
このケーキ、美味しくてたまらん。
This cake is so delicious I can't resist it.
expression
cannot help doing; anxious to do
Follows the 〜て／〜で form of a verb and expresses an uncontrollable urge or feeling. Equivalent to 〜てたまらない in casual speech.
See also: 堪らない (たまらない)
彼のことが気になってたまらん。
I can't help worrying about him.