urusai

Urusai is a Japanese adjective that translates to "noisy," "loud," or "annoying." It is often used to describe sounds that are unpleasantly loud or disruptive, but it can also describe people who are excessively talkative or bothersome. The nuance of urusai can vary depending on the context. For example, a construction site might be described as urusai due to the loud machinery, or a person might be called urusai if they are constantly complaining or making demands.

The kanji for urusai are うるさい. While it is most commonly used to describe auditory disturbances, it can also be applied metaphorically to situations or people that are perceived as overwhelming or irritating. For instance, a very busy and chaotic environment might be described as urusai. Similarly, someone who is persistently pestering another person could be deemed urusai.

In informal settings, urusai can sometimes be used in a more lighthearted or even affectionate way among close friends to playfully tease someone for being talkative or overly enthusiastic, though its primary meaning remains negative. However, when used towards strangers or in formal situations, it carries a strong sense of disapproval and irritation. The intensity of the annoyance can be emphasized by adding particles like "sugiru" (too much), making it "urusai sugiru," meaning excessively noisy or annoying.