N1
しゅくしゅくと (shukushukuto)
粛々と
solemnly, quietly and steadily, in an orderly manner
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes an action being carried out calmly, solemnly, and without disturbance, often implying a sense of duty or discipline. It conveys a quiet, steady progress. (平静に、厳粛に、そして乱れることなく行動が遂行される様子を表します。しばしば義務感や規律を伴い、静かで着実な進行を意味します。)
📝 Example Sentences
彼らは粛々と作業を進めた。
They proceeded with the work quietly and steadily.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "粛々と"!
災害時、住民は_______避難指示に従った。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「災害時」に「冷静に、秩序正しく」行動する様子を表す「粛々と」が適切です。
English: '粛々と' (shukushukuto) is appropriate, describing acting 'calmly and orderly' during a disaster.
English: '粛々と' (shukushukuto) is appropriate, describing acting 'calmly and orderly' during a disaster.
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