つんと | Japanese meaning

ツンと

Frequency rank: 18,475. – 18,547. (for form つんと: 16,183. – 16,228.)

Alsoつんとツーンとつーんと

adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

standoffishly; primly; prickly; irritably; alooflyonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning conveys a manner of behavior that is cold or distant, often indicating a lack of warmth or openness towards others. It’s used to describe someone who is unfriendly or unapproachable.

She is always standoffish, making it difficult to make friends.

pungently (of a smell); acridly; sharplyonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This usage refers to a strong, sharp smell that can be unpleasant or irritating. It often describes odors that are intense and can have a physical impact, such as causing irritation to the nose.

This dish has a pungent aroma that whets the appetite.

adverb (fukushi)

long and pointed (e.g. of a nose)onomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning describes a physical characteristic that is elongated and tapered to a point, often used to describe facial features.

She had a long and pointed nose, which was striking.

adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

popping (of ears); clearing (of sinuses)onomatopoeic or mimetic word

This usage refers to the physical sensation when pressure in the ears changes, often experienced during altitude changes or while yawning, effectively describing a sudden release or adjustment.

Sometimes, my ears pop when I'm on a plane.

Example sentences3 results

However, maybe from the sudden change in pressure when you push them in, having your ears pop is a problem.

Tatoeba

Your ears pop when the plane takes off.

Tatoeba

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ツンと

Frequency rank: 18,475. – 18,547. (for form つんと: 16,183. – 16,228.)

Alsoつんとツーンとつーんと

adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

standoffishly; primly; prickly; irritably; alooflyonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning conveys a manner of behavior that is cold or distant, often indicating a lack of warmth or openness towards others. It’s used to describe someone who is unfriendly or unapproachable.

She is always standoffish, making it difficult to make friends.

pungently (of a smell); acridly; sharplyonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This usage refers to a strong, sharp smell that can be unpleasant or irritating. It often describes odors that are intense and can have a physical impact, such as causing irritation to the nose.

This dish has a pungent aroma that whets the appetite.

adverb (fukushi)

long and pointed (e.g. of a nose)onomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning describes a physical characteristic that is elongated and tapered to a point, often used to describe facial features.

She had a long and pointed nose, which was striking.

adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

popping (of ears); clearing (of sinuses)onomatopoeic or mimetic word

This usage refers to the physical sensation when pressure in the ears changes, often experienced during altitude changes or while yawning, effectively describing a sudden release or adjustment.

Sometimes, my ears pop when I'm on a plane.

Example sentences3 results

However, maybe from the sudden change in pressure when you push them in, having your ears pop is a problem.

Tatoeba

Your ears pop when the plane takes off.

Tatoeba