Explanation：〜くせに
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"〜という身分なのに / 〜という立場なのに"
"despite the fact that"
① Although similar to the expression "〜のに" which indicates a contrast, "〜のに" contains a feeling of dissatisfaction.
② "〜くせに" is also used when insulting or criticizing someone.
③ "くせして" is used in casual conversation.
④ It can also be used when teasing someone, as in "本当は嬉しいくせに" ("Even though you're actually happy").
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V （dictionary form） + くせに
ナAな + くせに
Nの + くせに
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N2
Sample sentenes
彼はできないくせに、いつも「私にその仕事をさせてください」と言う。
Although he can't do it, he always says, "Please let me do that job.
彼は男のくせに、よく泣く。
Even though he's a man, he often cries.
日本語の先生のくせに、この漢字が読めないんですか。
Even though you're a Japanese teacher, you can't read this kanji?
ジェシカの家は貧乏なくせに、彼女はいつもブランド品のバッグやアクセサリーを持っている。
Even though Jessica's family is poor, she always has brand-name bags and accessories.
彼女はもう嘘はつかないといったくせに、また嘘をついた。
Even though she said she wouldn't lie anymore, she lied again.
彼は料理ができないくせに、いつも私の料理に文句を言ってくる。
Even though he can't cook, he always complains about my cooking.
Vocabulary
| Japanese |
English | |
| 貧乏な | びんぼうな | poor |
| 嘘 | うそ | lie |
| 文句 | もんく | complaint |
