構ってちゃん
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Japanese[edit]
| Kanji in this term |
|---|
| 構 |
| かま Grade: 5 |
| kun’yomi |
Etymology[edit]
Compound of 構って (kamatte, te-form of the verb 構う (kamau, “to take care, look after”), acting as a light imperative) + ちゃん (-chan, “-ie, -y”, suffix of endearment), referring to a person as if saying "Take care of me."
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
構ってちゃん • (kamattechan)
- (slang) person repeating words or actions that draw attention in order to get approval and be treated kindly; attention seeker
Usage notes[edit]
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