Giyougo - 擬容語 - Describe Movements and Motions Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
What is giyougo?
義容語
A
Another mimetic onomatopoeia set, it describes movements and actions, usually relating to walking or traveling from place to place.
2
Q
うろうろ
A
Wandering aimlessly
3
Q
すたこら
A
Fast paced, eager walking
4
Q
のろのろ
A
Proceeding at a snail’s pace, slow and sluggish
5
Q
うとうと
A
Half asleep, nodding off
6
Q
ぐつすり
A
Completely and totally asleep
7
Q
ぐーたら
A
Not having the willpower to do anything
8
Q
がくがく
A
Joints, (i.g. knees), shaking
9
Q
ぶるぶる
A
Trembling from cold, fear or anger
10
Q
きょろきょろ
A
Looking and turning around relentlessly
11
Q
わいわい
A
Clamorously
