expression, i-adjective
hard of hearing; poor hearing
Describes someone who has difficulty hearing; a polite, indirect way to say someone is hard of hearing. Often used to describe elderly people.
See also: 耳の遠い
祖父は耳が遠いので、大きい声で話してください。
My grandfather is hard of hearing, so please speak in a loud voice.
最近耳が遠くなった気がする。
I feel like my hearing has gotten worse lately.