This word describes a strong feeling. It is often a bit sad but also beautiful. It makes you feel nostalgic or moved.
エモいPrimary
This word describes a strong feeling. It is often a bit sad but also beautiful. It makes you feel nostalgic or moved.
夕暮れの海辺を一人で歩いていると、言いようのないエモい気持ちになる。
When I walk alone on the beach at dusk, I get an indescribably emotional and nostalgic feeling.
この曲、夜に一人で聴くとめっちゃエモい。
This song is super emotional/moving when you listen to it alone at night.
卒業式で流れた曲がエモすぎて、泣いてしまった。
The song that played at the graduation ceremony was so moving that I ended up crying.
この映画のラストシーン、全然エモくない？
Don't you think the last scene of this movie isn't moving/emotional at all?
昔の写真を見ていたら、エモくて感傷的な気分になった。
Looking at old photos made me feel emotional and sentimental.
It's like a special feeling. It's not just happy or sad. It's when something makes you feel a bit of both. Like looking at old photos. Or seeing a beautiful sunset. It touches your heart in a gentle, deep way.
It is not like other slang words. 'ヤバい' means very good or very bad. '尊い' means someone is precious, like an idol. 'チルい' means you feel relaxed. 'エモい' is about a deep, moving feeling.
Don't use this when you need to be formal. For example, do not use it in a business meeting. It is slang for young people. Older people using it may sound strange.
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