What meaning of ちらっと・ちらりと? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 瞥 【ちらっと・ちらりと】 (Chiratto・Chirarito) Definition: 意味 Briefly, for a moment, at a glance, stealthily Describes a quick, momentary action, especially regarding sight. Often used when someone sees something or someone quickly and fleetingly. Can also imply seeing something stealthily or without being noticed. 「ちらっと」 is generally more common and […]
What meaning of ちょくちょく? JLPT N1 Vocabulary ちょくちょく 【ちょくちょく】 (chokuchoku) Definition: 意味 Often; Frequently; Now and then; Occasionally Indicates an action or event occurring repeatedly, but not necessarily very often or regularly. It conveys a sense of ‘every now and then’ or ‘off and on,’ suggesting a moderate frequency. Often used for habitual actions or
What meaning of ちやほや? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 【ちやほや】 (chiyahoya) Definition: 意味 To pamper, to spoil, to flatter, to dote on, to make a fuss over. ちやほや describes the act of treating someone with excessive praise, flattery, or attention, often to the point of spoiling them. It can carry a slightly negative nuance, suggesting that the
What meaning of 断然 (danzen)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 断然 【だんぜん】 (danzen) Definition: 意味 Definitely; Absolutely; By far; Decisively Used to strongly assert that something is unmistakably true, or to emphasize a significant difference or superiority. Type: Adverb, Adverbial Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary List Tag: JLPT N1 Adverbs Vocabulary List Related Kanji 断 (だん) –
What meaning of だぶだぶ? JLPT N1 Vocabulary だぶだぶ 【だぶだぶ】 (だぶだぶ) Definition: 意味 Loose, baggy, oversized (clothing); excess liquid, sloshing. Describes clothing that is too large for the wearer, hanging loosely and creating folds. Describes the state of a container having a large amount of liquid that moves freely and makes sloshing sounds. Type: 擬態語 (Gitaigo)
What meaning of そわそわ? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 騒 【そわそわ】 (そわそわ) Definition: 意味 Restless, agitated, fidgety, nervous, antsy. Describes a state of being unsettled or unable to remain calm. Often associated with feelings of anxiety, impatience, anticipation, or excitement. Manifests physically as fidgeting, pacing, or a general sense of unease. Implies a feeling of being on
What meaning of そこら? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 其処 【そこら】 (そこら) Definition: 意味 Around there; that sort of place; about that amount. Indicates an indefinite location, often implying “that area” or “that vicinity.” Can refer to an approximate quantity or extent, meaning “about that much” or “that many.” Often used informally and can imply a general
What meaning of 即座に? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 即座に 【そくざに】 (sokuzani) Definition: 意味 Immediately; on the spot; instantly. Used to describe an action or reaction that happens without any delay or hesitation. Often conveys a sense of urgency or promptness. Can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Type: Adverb Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary List
What meaning of 総じて? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 総じて 【そうじて】 (sōjite) Definition: 意味 Generally; on the whole; all in all; altogether. Used to express a general tendency or an overall judgment after considering various aspects. It implies that while there might be exceptions, the statement holds true in most cases or is broadly applicable. Often used
What does 「すんなり」 mean? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 【すんなり】 (すんなり) Definition: 意味 Smoothly; easily; readily; without resistance; slenderly (for appearance). Describes a situation or process that proceeds without any hitches, obstacles, or complications, often implying ease or quickness. Can also describe a person’s physical appearance, indicating a slender, graceful, or unencumbered figure. Often used when a
What meaning of ずるずる? JLPT N1 Vocabulary ずるずる 【ずるずる】 (zuruzuru) Definition: 意味 Describes the sound or manner of something sliding or dragging, slurping, or a situation that continues tediously without resolution. Expresses the sound or manner of something sliding smoothly or heavily over a surface, like a heavy object being dragged or clothes slipping down.
What meaning of ずらっと・ずらりと? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 【ずらっと・ずらりと】 (zuratto・zurarito) Definition: 意味 In a line, in a row, all lined up; in great numbers, extensively. These adverbs describe a state where many items or people are lined up or arranged in a row. ずらっと often implies a sudden appearance or the impactful sight of many things/people
What meaning of ずばり? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 【ずばり】 (zubari) Definition: 意味 Directly, frankly, precisely, hitting the nail on the head. Expressing thoughts or actions directly. Without hesitation or ambiguity. Hitting the exact point or core of a matter. Signifies accuracy and precision in statement. Conveys a straightforward and unambiguous manner. Can also imply a decisive
What is the meaning of しんなり (shinnari)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 軟 【しんなり】 (しんなり) Definition: 意味 To become soft, tender, or pliant; to droop or wilt. Describes a state where something firm or crisp becomes soft and flexible, often due to heat, moisture, or a loss of vitality. Commonly used when cooking vegetables to describe them
What meaning of しょっちゅう? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 頻繁 【しょっちゅう】 (しょっちゅう) Definition: 意味 Often; frequently; habitually; constantly しょっちゅう is a casual adverb used to express that something happens very often or frequently. It conveys a sense of high recurrence or regularity of an action or event. It can be used in both positive and negative contexts,
What meaning of じめじめ? JLPT N1 Vocabulary じめじめ 【じめじめ】 (jimejime) Definition: 意味 Damp, Humid, Sticky; Gloomy, Dismal Describes a state of being damp, wet, or humid, often implying discomfort or stickiness. Can also describe a gloomy, depressed, or dismal mood or atmosphere. It is an onomatopoeic word, evoking the sensation of moisture or a heavy,
What meaning of しっとり? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 【しっとり】 (しっとり) Definition: 意味 Moist, damp, soft, smooth, calm, gentle, settled Describes a pleasant, moderate level of moisture or dampness, often used for skin, hair, or soil, implying a healthy or well-conditioned state. Can also refer to a soft, smooth, or fine texture, such as fabric or cake.
What meaning of じっくり? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 熟 【じっくり】 (jikkuri) Definition: 意味 Thoroughly; Carefully; Patiently; Deliberately; At length; Without hurry Implies taking ample time and giving careful consideration to something. Often used to describe actions performed slowly and meticulously. Conveys a sense of unhurriedness and deep thought and concentration. Can refer to thinking, observing, discussing,
What is the meaning of 「強いて」 (shiite)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 強いて 【しいて】 (shiite) Definition: 意味 If one must; if forced to; against one’s will; to venture to do. Used when one is compelled or obliged to do something, implying reluctance or a lack of strong desire. Also used to mean “to dare to do” or
What meaning of さも? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 【さも】 (さも) Definition: 意味 As if; as though; just like; really; truly さも is an adverb used to describe a strong appearance or behavior that suggests a certain state or feeling. It implies that something appears exactly as described, often with a nuance of exaggeration or pretense. Commonly
