かゆい

Alternative writings: 痒い, かいい
JLPT:N2
Frequency:
1

Itchy; having an irritating sensation on the skin that makes you want to scratch, often caused by insect bites, dryness, or allergies.

I-AdjectiveUsually Kana

Examples

蚊に刺されて足がかゆい。

My leg itches from a mosquito bite.

このクリームを塗ると痒みが治まるかもしれません。

Putting on this cream might relieve the itch.

シャツの縫い目が首に当たってかゆくて眠れなかった。

The shirt's seam rubbed my neck and it was so itchy I couldn't sleep.

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