ぐっと
Meanings
Adverb
Onomatopoeic
1. suddenly; at once; in one go; with a jerk; with a gulp
The two of them again downed their juice in one gulp.
2. considerably; very much; a lot
3. firmly; with an effort; tightly; exerting pressure
But I firmly hold back that impulse.
4. completely (e.g. at a loss)
5. deeply (e.g. moved)
Those words pierced deeply into my heart.
Pitch accent
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ぐ
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Examples (14 in total)
The older sister clenched her fist tightly.
I gulped down the bitter medicine.
But I firmly hold back that impulse.