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Gijougo: Feelings and Emotions

GIJOUGO / 擬情語

Gijougo describes feelings and emotions, such as mood, inner reactions, tension, or emotional impressions. Browse the inventory below to compare short meanings, categories, and available examples.

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Gijougo describes feelings and emotions, such as mood, inner reactions, tension, or emotional impressions.

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いそいそ

isoiso

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes acting or moving cheerfully and eagerly in anticipation of something pleasant.

うずうず

uzuuzu

Feelings and Atmosphere

A feeling of being restless or impatient because you are very eager to do something right away.

オタオタ

otaota

Feelings and Atmosphere

To be flustered or flurried to the point of being speechless or unable to act calmly due to a sudden shock.

オドオド

odoodo

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a nervous and hesitant behavior caused by fear or a lack of self-confidence.

かっか

kakka

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes an intense state of burning heat or a person flaring up with hot anger.

カッと

katto

Feelings and Atmosphere

Expresses a sudden, high-intensity flare-up of emotion, light, heat, or a sharp physical movement like widening one's eyes.

がっかり

gakkari

Feelings and Atmosphere

To feel disappointed or lose spirit when things don't turn out as expected.

がっくり

gakkuri

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a sudden and profound drop in spirit or physical posture caused by sharp disappointment or exhaustion.

ぎょっと

gyotto

Feelings and Atmosphere

To be suddenly startled or taken aback by an unexpected, unsettling, or creepy encounter.

くさくさ

kusakusa

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a nagging sense of depression or gloominess caused by minor frustrations or worries.

くよくよ

kuyokuyo

Feelings and Atmosphere

To worry or brood incessantly over past mistakes or trivial matters.

しみじみ

shimijimi

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a feeling that sinks deeply into one's heart, or a quiet, earnest atmosphere.

しょんぼり

shonbori

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a quiet, visually observable state of being disheartened, sad, or disappointed, often accompanied by drooping shoulders.

スカッと

sukatto

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a sudden, highly refreshing feeling of relief, or doing something in a crisp, clean, and stylish manner.

そわそわ

sowasowa

Feelings and Atmosphere

A state of being restless, fidgety, or unable to calm down due to anticipation, nervousness, or excitement.

ぞっと

zotto

Feelings and Atmosphere

A sudden shudder or chill caused by intense fear, horror, or disgust.

つくづく

tsukuzuku

Feelings and Atmosphere

"Tsukuzuku" means to deeply feel or realize something, often after careful reflection or extended observation.

ドキッと

dokitto

Feelings and Atmosphere

It describes the sudden sensation of your heart skipping a beat or jumping due to surprise, fear, or romantic excitement.

ビクビク

bikubiku

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a state of being nervous, afraid, or trembling in anticipation of something bad happening.

ほっと

hotto

Feelings and Atmosphere

A profound feeling of relief when tension, anxiety, or danger passes.

ほろり

horori

Feelings and Atmosphere

ほろり describes a gentle transition, such as being moved to shed a tear, becoming pleasantly tipsy, or the soft falling of light objects.

ムカムカ

mukamuka

Feelings and Atmosphere

ムカムカ is an onomatopoeia for a physical sensation of nausea in the stomach or a psychological feeling of welling anger.

やきもき

yakimoki

Feelings and Atmosphere

Fretting or getting worked up out of impatience or anxiety over an unresolved situation.

わくわく

wakuwaku

Feelings and Atmosphere

Wakuwaku means to be positively excited, thrilled, and happily anticipating something.

ハラハラ

harahara

Feelings and Atmosphere

Feeling nervous suspense, or the visual state of light objects like tears, leaves, or petals fluttering down.

プンプン

punpun

Feelings and Atmosphere

Punpun describes a state of being visibly angry and pouting, or emitting a strong, pungent odor into the air.

メロメロ

meromero

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a state of losing one's judgment or composure due to being completely overcome by affection or infatuation.

びっくり

bikkuri

Feelings and Atmosphere

The feeling of being suddenly surprised or startled by something unexpected.

苛々

iraira

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes the feeling of being irritated, annoyed, or impatient when things do not go smoothly.

うっとり

uttori

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a state of being completely captivated or enchanted by something beautiful, often looking dreamy.

へどもど

hedomodo

Feelings and Atmosphere

The state of being flustered, stuttering, or at a loss for words.

むしゃくしゃ

mushakusha

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a state of pent-up frustration and irritation, or physical things like hair being shaggy and unkempt.

ムラムラ

muramura

Feelings and Atmosphere

This word describes a sudden, irresistible welling up of desire, urge, or emotion from within.

ジーンと

jiinto

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a profound emotional resonance that touches the heart deeply, or a physical sensation of lingering numbness and stinging pain.

どぎまぎ

dogimagi

Feelings and Atmosphere

Losing one's composure and getting flustered or nervously embarrassed when caught off guard.

しょぼん

shobon

Feelings and Atmosphere

しょぼん means to feel suddenly dejected or downhearted, often visibly showing a deflated or drooping posture.

げんなり

gennari

Feelings and Atmosphere

A state of losing energy, motivation, or patience due to exhaustion or tediousness.

ぷいと

puito

Feelings and Atmosphere

ぷいと describes the sudden action of turning one's face away or leaving a place because of a bad mood or sulking.

ついつい

tsuitsui

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes doing something unintentionally or against your better judgment, often driven by habit or temptation.

ギクリ

gikuri

Feelings and Atmosphere

ギクリ (gikuri) describes a sudden, sharp psychological jolt, usually caused by guilt, fear, or being caught off guard.

きゅん

kyun

Feelings and Atmosphere

Kyun describes a sudden tightening or squeezing sensation in the chest caused by intense emotion, like love or nostalgia.

ガビーン

gabiin

Feelings and Atmosphere

A comical exclamation meaning 'oh no!', expressing sudden shock or disappointment.

ビビビッ

bibibi

Feelings and Atmosphere

This word describes a sudden strong intuition, an instant romantic connection, or a repeated electronic beeping sound.

ギクッと

gikutto

Feelings and Atmosphere

Describes a sudden psychological jolt from guilt or fear, or a sharp popping sensation when a joint or back is strained.

プッツン

puttsun

Feelings and Atmosphere

Represents something snapping abruptly, like a tense thread breaking, or a person suddenly losing their temper.

シュンと

shunto

Feelings and Atmosphere

To suddenly lose one's spirit, become downcast, or shrink emotionally.

ムスっと

musutto

Feelings and Atmosphere

A silent expression of displeasure, sulking, or being sullen.

あわあわ

awaawa

Feelings and Atmosphere

あわあわ describes a state of being flustered, panicked, or helplessly confused by an unexpected event.

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