じっと
- 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
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- motionlessly (e.g. stand, wait); (be) still
- fixedly (e.g. gaze, stare); intently (e.g. listen, think)
- patiently (endure); stoically
- firmly (e.g. hold); restrained
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.
This usage emphasizes focus and concentration, often involving a strong gaze or deep listening without distraction.
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.
This meaning relates to a sense of control or restraint, often in how one holds onto something or manages their emotions or actions.
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