Getting distracted with 気が散る
The expression 気が散る means “to be distracted” or “to lose focus”. Your 気 (spirit) does the action of 散る (to scatter).
It conveys a sense of your attention or focus being scattered or dispersed by external factors, making it hard to concentrate. It’s often used in situations where the distraction is unwanted or when you’re trying to stay focused but can’t due to interruptions.
It often implies mild frustration or annoyance due to not being able to maintain focus. It’s not overly negative but highlights a struggle with concentration.
Dictionary Definition
一つの事に気持ちが集中できない。
Cannot concentration on even one thing.
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