Illustration: In a private karaoke room, one friend has become exuberantly animated, standing with bent knees, a broad grin, and their free arm raised while holding a microphone. Their companions remain comfortably seated, smiling at the sudden burst of enthusiasm; one has only just removed their coat.

テンション

tenshon

energy level, excitement

In conversation, this usually means someone’s energy or mood. Note written by AI.

Example sentences

なんでみんなそんなテンション高たかいの？
How come everyone’s so energetic?
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どうも最近さいきんテンションが上あがんないなあ。
Nothing really gets me excited these days for some reason.
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なんでトム今日きょうあんなテンション高たかいの？
Why is Tom in such high spirits today?
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