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show-off, clown, person who gets carried away
A person who easily gets caught up in the mood and acts silly or boastful to entertain or impress others. Often used with a mix of affection and mild criticism.
あいつはお調子者だ。
That guy is such a clown.
彼はお調子者だから、すぐ調子に乗る。
He's a show-off, so he gets carried away easily.
クラスに一人はお調子者がいて、みんなを笑わせている。
There's always one class clown who makes everyone laugh.
Refers to someone who easily gets carried away. Can be used as either an insult or a term of endearment.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- お調子者だ: is a show-off/clown
- お調子者のくせに: even though (you're) a clown
USAGE: Can be affectionate or critical depending on tone and context. Often used to describe someone who lightens the mood but may go too far.