Gitaigo: States and Qualities

A sudden sensation of dizziness or lightheadedness.

Shaking violently or twitching due to extreme fear or nervousness.

Describes something opening up suddenly to create a hollow space, hole, or gap.

ムワムワ describes a heavy, stifling, or suffocating atmosphere caused by hot air, thick smoke, or a strong smell.

Describes something that is pleasantly soft, pliable, and springs back slightly when pressed.

のろり (norori) describes something moving or progressing at a very slow, sluggish pace without energy.

ぐねり (guneri) describes a heavy, forceful, or sluggish twisting, winding, or wriggling motion.

This term describes the action of moving very slowly, quietly, and cautiously, often to avoid making noise or losing balance.

An emphatic internet slang term meaning to do something flawlessly, thoroughly, or spot on.

This Yamagata dialect word describes being very busy or in a hectic situation.

This word describes a jiggly, bouncy, and plump texture, similar to pudding or youthful skin.

もそり describes a physical action performed in a slow, sluggish, or heavy manner.

Describes the sound of slurping lightly or a state of being smooth, glossy, and well-hydrated.

Describes speaking in a small, hesitant voice or struggling to find the right words due to awkwardness.

To mumble out of hesitation, or to feel vaguely unsettled and have mixed feelings.

Behaving in a petty, stingy, or sly manner, often obsessing over minor gains or small details.

Coming out or moving all together in a large mass, or being dressed in a loose, sloppy manner.

This word describes something very light, airy, and fluffy, or a gentle, amiable, and relaxed atmosphere.

Describes something light dangling loosely or someone strolling aimlessly without a specific purpose.

パヤパヤ describes a light, fuzzy, or flyaway texture, often referring to baby hair or thin fuzz.

じわりじわり means that something changes, progresses, or spreads very slowly and steadily, inch by inch.

Describes a rubbery, gummy, or squishy texture that yields to pressure but bounces back.

Describes a state of lacking clear direction, whether spending time aimlessly, being physically messy, or having a muddled mind.

Describes speaking in a blunt, harsh, or unreserved manner that often disregards the listener's feelings.

This word describes a sudden, sharp downward movement caused by an abrupt loss of physical strength or tension.

のっと (notto) describes something that suddenly appears, looms, or sticks out unexpectedly, often from the dark or a hidden place.

Describes something unexpectedly protruding, sticking out, or smoothly emerging from a space.

A sudden physical jerk or twitch, usually due to surprise or an involuntary reflex.

Describes a sudden loss of strength, tension, or support causing a sharp bend, slump, or buckling motion.

ニヘッ (nihe) describes a broad, cheeky, or slightly goofy grin that often flashes suddenly.

"ぴっ" (pi) describes a sharp, sudden state or action, such as standing perfectly straight, snapping abruptly, or pulling something taut.

ぴっとり (pittori) describes the state of two soft surfaces or bodies clinging tightly and closely together, often with a snug or intimate feel.

Describes a state where things are packed or lined up tightly without any gaps.

Describes the sudden bursting of savory juice from food or a wet, glossy shine in makeup.

Gusagusa means the physical action of stabbing repeatedly, or the deep emotional pain caused by harsh, cutting words.

Puyopuyo describes the texture of something that is very soft, squishy, and easily jiggles when touched.

A state of something hardening, being stiff from nervousness, or the continuous ticking sound of a clock.

Describes a physical state of having many wrinkles, creases, or being shriveled.

Tightly packed or completely filled with absolutely no empty space or free time left.

Describes a completely chaotic or ruined state, or acts as an informal intensifier meaning 'extremely'.

The light rolling movement of small, round objects, or things that change easily and frequently.

Naganaga describes something that is excessively long, like a boring speech, or someone lying down with their body fully extended.

こちこち describes something that has become physically hard or frozen, a person stiff from nervousness, a stubborn mind, or the ticking sound of a clock.

Describes a sharp, strong, and brilliant light, most commonly used for eyes or celestial bodies.

でこぼこ describes a surface that is uneven, bumpy, or full of rises and falls.

A word used to describe food that is steaming hot or a couple that is very lovey-dovey.

Describes a state where vapor, smoke, heat, or smells thickly fill the air and linger.

Describing someone or something that looks energetic, fresh, and full of vitality.