In the anime and manga series Naruto, Shikamaru Nara is known for his catchphrase "What a drag." This phrase is often used by Shikamaru to express his laziness and reluctance to put effort into things. Despite being a highly intelligent and skilled ninja, Shikamaru prefers to take the path of least resistance and often finds tasks and situations to be troublesome or bothersome.
The English dub version of the series uses the phrase "What a drag," while the Japanese version has Shikamaru saying "Mendokusē" which has a similar meaning. This catchphrase has become one of Shikamarus defining traits and is often used humorously in the series.
