気が利く (ki ga kiku)

Meaning: You're perceptive and considerately thoughtful — you notice what people need before they ask.

Language: Japanese

Literally: The spirit is sharp

Category: Compliment

Origin: Japanese 気が利く; one of the highest social compliments in Japanese culture.

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