How to say "Suddenly" in Japanese

When translating "suddenly" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between ひょっこり and どっと. In Japanese, ひょっこり (ひょっこり (hyokkori)) is typically associated with "suddenly appear, pop out, unexpectedly show up" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents An adverb often used to describe someone or something appearing suddenly, often quickly and sometimes with a sense of surprise or cuteness. It's an onomatopoeia. 突然、軽く姿を現す様子を表す副詞です。. On the other hand, どっと (どっと (dotto)) maps to "suddenly, all at once, in a rush, in a flood" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Describes something happening suddenly and simultaneously involving many people or things, or a sudden, overwhelming feeling. Often associated with laughter, tears, or people rushing somewhere.. A literal translation of "suddenly" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!