気味（ぎみ）
Feeling slightly / somewhat / showing signs of (usually negative condition)
Expresses that something shows a slight tendency or early symptom, often negative.
N3
Meaning
Feeling slightly / somewhat / showing signs of (usually negative condition)
Expresses that something shows a slight tendency or early symptom, often negative.
Formation
Verb（ます-stem）+ 気味だ
Noun + 気味だ
Explanation
「気味」 expresses that someone or something shows a slight sign or symptom of a condition.
Key nuance:
Indicates mild degree
Often refers to physical or psychological condition
Frequently used for early symptoms
Usually negative or undesirable
It is softer than がちだ and often describes temporary condition, not repeated habit.