na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
timid; fainthearted; weak-kneed
Describes a person's disposition or attitude as lacking confidence, easily discouraged, or hesitant. Often used in contrast with 強気.
He has a timid personality and gives up easily.
弱気になるな。もっと自信を持て。
Don't be fainthearted. Have more confidence.
na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
bearish
Stock market term for a downward or pessimistic market outlook. Antonym: 強気 (bullish).
Antonyms: 強気
市場は弱気に転じた。
The market turned bearish.
After losing match after match, he became discouraged.
The market suddenly turned bearish.
A leader shouldn't show weakness in front of subordinates.
The coach made a fainthearted remark before the game.
弱気 means timidity or faint-heartedness, the opposite of the bold, spirited resolve expressed by 心意気.
弱気 means timidity or a faint-hearted attitude, the opposite of the boldness expressed by 勇気.
弱気 describes a timid, faint-hearted attitude, the opposite of having 肝 (guts/nerve) in the courage sense.
弱気 describes a timid, faint-hearted attitude lacking drive, the opposite of the fired-up spirit expressed by 気合.
弱気 describes a timid, lacking-confidence mental state, the opposite of the keyed-up, fighting-spirit tension of 気負い.