expression, godan verb (-ru)
feel constrained; feel ill at ease
Describes a psychological state of feeling stifled, tense, or unable to relax, often due to social pressure or a formal atmosphere.
上司の前だと気が詰まって、なかなか本音が言えない。
I feel constrained in front of my boss and can't easily speak my mind.
あの
That formal restaurant makes me feel somewhat ill at ease.