gisu-gisu
An uncomfortable, tense atmosphere where people are on edge and unable to relax. Relationships feel stiff and hostile.
💡Used for workplaces with bad morale, family tension, or groups where members don't get along.
新しい上司が来てから職場がぎすぎすした雰囲気になった。
The workplace atmosphere became tense and strained after the new boss arrived.
The office has been ___ ever since the layoff rumors started.
リストラの噂が流れてからオフィスが___している。