N2
とっさに (tossani)
とっさに
instantly, on the spur of the moment, reflexively
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes an action taken immediately and instinctively in response to an unexpected event or stimulus. (予期せぬ出来事や刺激に対し、瞬間的に、無意識に行動する様子を表す。)
📝 Example Sentences
ボールが飛んできたので、とっさに顔をそむけた。
A ball flew towards me, so I instinctively turned my face away.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "とっさに"!
事故が起こった時、彼は_______ブレーキを踏んだ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「とっさに」は、緊急時に瞬発的に行動する様子を表す。
English: 「tossani」 describes acting instantly in an emergency.
English: 「tossani」 describes acting instantly in an emergency.
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