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kimochi
What does kimochi mean?
The Japanese word for 'feeling', frequently heard in anime as 'kimochi ii' ('it feels good') and adopted by fans, sometimes with a suggestive connotation.
"Warm bath after a long day, kimochi."
Origin
Japanese 気持ち (kimochi), 'feeling/mood/sensation'.
Frequently asked questions
What does kimochi mean?
It's the Japanese word for 'feeling' or 'sensation', often heard as 'kimochi ii', meaning 'it feels good'.
Why do anime fans say kimochi?
They pick it up from anime dialogue and use it to describe something that feels good or a general mood.
Is kimochi ever suggestive?
It can be; while it literally just means 'feeling', 'kimochi ii' is sometimes used with a suggestive connotation.
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