1.
can't accept; not convinced; unsatisfied
To feel unable to accept or agree with a decision, explanation, or situation. Expresses dissatisfaction based on reason — one finds something logically or emotionally unacceptable.
Composed of 納得 (understanding, acceptance) + がいかない (doesn't come/work). A very common expression for voicing dissatisfaction or disagreement, especially when one feels something is unfair or unreasonable.
Forms
- 納得がいく — the affirmative form: to be convinced, to find acceptable
- 納得いかない — shortened form without が, common in casual speech
- 納得できない — similar meaning using できる
Common patterns
- ～には納得がいかない — can't accept (something specific)
- どうしても納得がいかない — absolutely can't accept it
- 納得のいく説明 — a convincing explanation