引きつる【ひきつる】
Frequency rank: 4,015. – 4,016.
- to have a cramp; to twitch; to spasm
- to stiffen (of a face, expression); to freeze; to grow tight (e.g. of a voice)
- to shrink (of skin, due to a scar); to tauten
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to involuntary contractions of muscles, often resulting in discomfort or pain. It can describe physical reactions to stress or overexertion.
My leg cramped up.
Generated: This meaning describes the involuntary tightening or stiffness of muscles, particularly in the face or during speaking, often indicating hesitation or distress.
Generated: In this context, it refers to the physical change in skin texture or tension that occurs when healing from an injury or due to aging, indicating that skin can become less flexible.
The scar is taut.