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Gatagata

[Giongo Gitaigo by Flashcards]

がたがた

(副詞、~する)

The sound or appearance of two hard objects hitting. (Typically used with iu or naru.)
Trembling from the cold or fear. (Typically used with furueru.)

Sample text:

  • かぜがたがたっている。
    The door is rattled by the wind.
  • さむさでからだが、がたがたふるえた。
    It was cold so I trembled.

(Source: E de wakaru Giongo Gitaigo)

Japanese Giongo Gitaigo


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