Gitaigo: States and Qualities

だらだら describes something continuing endlessly without tension, such as chilling lazily at home, a meeting dragging on, or sweat dripping continuously.

Doing something little by little or in very small increments.

Describes someone who shrewdly or opportunistically secures a benefit for themselves.

To make a fuss over, pamper, or excessively flatter someone.

A colloquial adverb expressing that an action is performed correctly, properly, or reliably according to expectations.

A casual word meaning something happens quite often or is done easily and effortlessly.

Describes moving with small, quick steps like a toddler, or doing something frequently in small amounts.

ちょっぴり (choppiri) means a very small amount or degree, often conveying a cute, subjective, or emotional nuance.

Describes a small, weak flow of water, flickering flames, or the quick, restless darting of small creatures.

Describes light things falling gently, lights flickering, or the act of glancing at something repeatedly.

To see or hear something briefly or by accident.

Walking briskly and directly toward someone or something without hesitation.

Tsubekobe describes the annoying act of complaining, making petty excuses, or talking back, especially to avoid doing something.

Describes a surface that is exceptionally smooth, often to the point of being slick, shiny, or slippery.

ツンツン describes an aloof or standoffish attitude, something sticking up like spiky hair, a pungent smell, or lightly poking something.

Tekateka describes a continuous, solid shine on a smooth surface, often caused by oil, grease, or heavy polishing.

Walking a long distance at a steady, continuous pace.

In a conspicuous and prominent way, most commonly used to describe large text, images, or signs.

でれっと describes a state of lacking tension, either by being physically slack and lazy, or by having a fawning, love-struck expression.

Describes a state of being completely infatuated and fawning over someone, or acting in a lazy and slovenly manner.

Tobo-tobo describes a slow, heavy, and often dejected manner of walking, implying weariness or a lack of energy.

ドッキリ (dokkiri) is an expression for a sudden feeling of being startled or shocked.

どしどし (doshidoshi) describes doing something actively without hesitation, things happening in rapid succession, or walking with heavy, stomping footsteps.

Dotto describes a sudden, large influx of people, or a simultaneous outbreak of sound or applause.

どろどろ describes a thick, viscous, muddy state, or a messy, toxic state of human relationships.

なよなよ (nayonayo) means being feeble, lacking vigor, or being delicately supple.

ニヤニヤ means to smirk or grin continuously, often indicating self-satisfaction, harboring a secret, or thinking about something funny.

Nyoronyoro describes continuous slithering, wriggling, or slippery movement.

Represents a physical sticky texture or a persistently nagging and complaining attitude.

Nokonoko describes someone showing up or acting in a shameless, unconcerned manner when they should feel embarrassed or hesitant.

Moving or progressing at a very slow and inefficient pace.

A relaxed and peaceful state of being free from rush or mental pressure.

Speaking or acting in a clear, brisk, and energetic manner that shows confidence.

Describes a state where something is clear, distinct, and unmistakable to the senses or the mind.

Hatto is an adverb describing surprise, sudden realization, or abrupt movement.

Describes something that is done flawlessly, fits exactly, or is fully prepared with a sense of satisfaction.

Describes a state of being scattered, broken into separate pieces, or lacking unity among a group.

Describes the repeated opening and closing of a mouth, or the action of eating heartily and continuously.

Blinking rapidly in response to a sudden surprise or state of confusion.

Pakuri means to open wide, gobble up in one bite, or plagiarize someone's work.

Describes eyes that are large, bright, and wide open, or being fully awake without drowsiness.

Describes an action or change that occurs instantly, or something lacking a striking impression.

A word describing continuous, slight twitching or quivering movements, like a nose sniffing or a small muscle spasm.

ひっそり describes a quiet and still state due to the absence of people, or a modest, inconspicuous way of living.

Describes doing an action lightly and effortlessly, or doing something casually and unexpectedly.

Describes light, unsteady steps or something bobbing up and down lightly.

Describes the action of someone or something appearing suddenly, unexpectedly, or out of nowhere.

An adverb meaning perhaps or possibly, often used to introduce a statement implying an unexpected possibility.