きゅうくつ
Noun, Adjective
1.
narrow, tight, cramped
2.
formal, stiff, strict, ceremonious, rigid
3.
constrained, uncomfortable
4.
tight (e.g. finances)
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満員電車はいつも窮屈で、通勤が苦痛だ。
Crowded trains are always cramped, and commuting is painful.
彼の前では、いつも窮屈な思いをする。
I always feel constrained (or uncomfortable) in front of him.
現代社会は、多くの人にとって窮屈な場所かもしれない。
Modern society might be a restrictive place for many people.
最近、家計が窮屈で、節約を心がけている。
Recently, my household finances have been tight, so I'm trying to save money.
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