〜きらいがある
Formation
Meaning
Used to describe a regrettable or undesirable tendency or habit. It is often used for personality traits or behaviors, and cannot be used for natural phenomena. Typically used in formal or written contexts.
Note
Indicates an undesirable tendency, often with a hint of criticism or regret. It translates roughly to 'has a tendency to...' or 'is prone to...' in a negative sense. It is predominantly used for human behavior, character traits, or social situations, rather than natural events. A more common/casual alternative might be '〜傾向がある'.
Examples
彼は独断で物事を進めるきらいがある。
He has a tendency to proceed with things arbitrarily.
彼女は物事を大げさに言うきらいがある。
She has a tendency to exaggerate things.
彼は自分の非を認めないきらいがある。
He has a tendency not to admit his own faults.
彼の発言には独善のきらいがある。
His remarks have a tendency towards self-righteousness.
彼の文章には、独りよがりのきらいがある。
His writing has a tendency towards self-centeredness.
最近の若者は、忍耐力が不足のきらいがある。
Young people these days have a tendency to lack perseverance.