気の利く

きのきく
Alternative writings: 気のきく
Frequency:
1

Attentive; tactful — showing consideration and thoughtful attention to others' feelings or needs.

ExpressionNoun or Verb Acting Prenominally

Examples

あの店員は気の利く対応で、忘れ物にもすぐ気づいてくれた。

That clerk was very attentive and noticed my forgotten item right away.

会議で気の利く発言をしたおかげで場の空気が和んだ。

Thanks to a tactful remark in the meeting, the atmosphere relaxed.

気の利く先輩は、入社したばかりの僕に色々教えてくれた。

My considerate senior taught me many things when I first joined the company.

2

Tasteful; smart — showing good taste or a clever, stylish touch.

ExpressionNoun or Verb Acting Prenominally

Examples

あの店は気の利く内装で居心地がいい。

That café has a tasteful interior and is comfortable.

彼女は気の利くプレゼントを選ぶのが上手だ。

She is good at choosing thoughtful, stylish gifts.

気の利くひと言でその場がまとまった。

A smart, well-timed remark settled the situation.