Lingakuじっと
Frequency rank: 2,045.
- motionlessly (e.g. stand, wait); (be) stillonomatopoeic or mimetic wordword usually written using kana aloneじーっと is more emphatic
- fixedly (e.g. gaze, stare); intently (e.g. listen, think)word usually written using kana alone
- patiently (endure); stoicallyword usually written using kana alone
- firmly (e.g. hold); restrainedword usually written using kana alone
adverb (fukushi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru
Generated: This meaning is used to describe a state of being where there is no movement, either physically, such as standing in place, or in the context of enduring a situation without acting.
He stood motionlessly.
Generated: This usage emphasizes focus and concentration, often involving a strong gaze or deep listening without distraction.
Generated: Here, the term conveys a sense of enduring a situation with patience or without showing signs of distress, often related to waiting or dealing with difficulties.
He was enduring patiently.
Generated: This meaning relates to a sense of control or restraint, often in how one holds onto something or manages their emotions or actions.
Example sentences61 results
My father sat deep in meditation with his eyes closed.