不服
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Noun meaning 'dissatisfaction' or 'disapproval'. Commonly used in legal, workplace, or personal contexts. Example: 『彼はその決定に不服を感じた』 (kare wa sono kettei ni fufuku o kanjita, 'He felt dissatisfaction with that decision').
Theme
In a meeting at work, User and their colleague Takashi are discussing a recent policy change that has caused some dissatisfaction among the team members.
不服
ふふく
dissatisfaction / discontent / disapproval
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Think of 'fu' (不) meaning 'not' and 'fuku' (服) sounding like 'fuss' — when you're not satisfied, you make a fuss! 'Not fuss' → 不服 (fufuku, 'dissatisfaction').
Cultural Note
In Japan, expressing 不服 (fufuku, 'dissatisfaction') directly can be seen as confrontational. People often use indirect language or non-verbal cues to show discontent, especially in formal or hierarchical situations.
Forms
Base: 不服Noun meaning 'dissatisfaction' or 'disapproval'. Commonly used in legal, workplace, or personal contexts. Example: 『彼はその決定に不服を感じた』 (kare wa sono kettei ni fufuku o kanjita, 'He felt dissatisfaction with that decision').