ひっそり

Frequency rank: 7,821. – 7,831.

adverb taking the 'to' particle; adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

quiet (place); still; silent; desertedonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning refers to a location or situation that is characterized by a lack of noise and activity, often evoking a sense of peacefulness or abandonment.

This place is quiet and deserted.

inconspicuously; modestly; quietlyonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning emphasizes a manner of acting or existing without drawing attention to oneself, often suggesting humility or discretion.

He quietly finished his work.

Example sentences4 results

The two sisters lived very quietly.

Tatoeba

Shops are quiet on weekdays.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

ひっそり

ひじょうに非常にしずか静かでひと人のけはい気配がかんじられない感じられないさま。

しずかに静かにしてめだたない目立たないようにするさま。

Wiktionary

Names

日曽利【ひっそり】

Alsoひっそり

Hissoriplace name

ひっそり

Frequency rank: 7,821. – 7,831.

adverb taking the 'to' particle; adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

quiet (place); still; silent; desertedonomatopoeic or mimetic word

This meaning refers to a location or situation that is characterized by a lack of noise and activity, often evoking a sense of peacefulness or abandonment.