N2
はらはら (harahara)
はらはら
thrilled;ドキドキ (exciting suspense); nervous (with fear for something)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
An onomatopoeic word describing the feeling of suspense, anxiety, or thrill, often when watching someone in a risky or precarious situation. Can also describe light objects falling gently.
📝 Example Sentences
綱渡りの演技を見て、観客ははらはらした。
Watching the tightrope act, the audience was on edge.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "はらはら"!
崖っぷちを走る車のシーンに、私は_______して目をつぶった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 危ない状況を見て心配したり緊張したりする様子を表す。
English: It expresses worry or tension when watching a dangerous situation.
English: It expresses worry or tension when watching a dangerous situation.
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