マイペース

Alternative writings: マイ・ペース
Frequency:
1

Doing things at one's own pace — maintaining one's usual speed or way of doing things, often used neutrally or positively.

NounNa-Adjective

Examples

彼はマイペースで仕事を進めるタイプだが、仕事は確実に仕上げる。

He works at his own pace, but he reliably finishes his tasks.

マイペースで走れば完走できるよ。焦らないで。

If you run at your own pace you'll be able to finish. Don't rush.

試験勉強はマイペースで続けるのが大切だ。

It's important to continue exam study at your own pace.

2

Doing things one's own way in a self-centered or inconsiderate manner — can carry a critical nuance of not accommodating others.

NounNa-Adjective

Examples

会議で彼はマイペースに話し続け、他の人の意見をあまり聞かなかった。

In the meeting he kept speaking at his own pace and didn't really listen to others' opinions.

周りが急いでいるのにマイペースでのんびりしていると迷惑になることもある。

If you stay relaxed at your own pace while others are hurrying, it can sometimes be a nuisance.

彼女のマイペースぶりに呆れる人もいる。

Some people are exasperated by her self-centered pace.