N2
ぶつぶつ (butsubutsu)
ぶつぶつ
grumbling; complaining; pimples; bumps
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes small, repeated sounds of complaint, or the appearance of small bumps on the skin or a surface. Often used with 言う (iu) for complaining.
📝 Example Sentences
彼はいつも文句をぶつぶつ言っている。
He is always grumbling complaints.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "ぶつぶつ"!
彼は納得がいかないと、すぐに______文句を言い始める。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「文句を言う」と合わせて、小さく不平を言う様子を表す「ぶつぶつ」が適切です。
English: When combined with 'to complain,' 'butsubutsu' is appropriate to describe the act of grumbling quietly.
English: When combined with 'to complain,' 'butsubutsu' is appropriate to describe the act of grumbling quietly.
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