あまりの〜に
Formation
Meaning
Indicates that the degree of a noun's quality is so extreme that it results in an unusual or unintended reaction. Often used with nouns derived from adjectives (e.g., sadness, coldness).
Note
A formal and literary expression, often used with nouns related to emotion or physical sensation (e.g., coldness, beauty, shock). Mentions that an state is so extreme that it leads to an unusual result.
Examples
あまりの寒さに、震えが止まらなかった。
Because it was so cold, I couldn't stop shivering.
あまりの美しさに、言葉を失った。
I was at a loss for words because of such extreme beauty.
あまりの忙しさに、友達と会う時間もない。
Due to being so busy, I don't even have time to see my friends.
あまりのショックで、寝込んでしまった。
Because of the extreme shock, I ended up taking to my bed.
あまりのうれしさに、飛び上がって喜んだ。
I jumped up in joy because I was so happy.
あまりの安さに、まとめ買いしてしまった。
Because it was so cheap, I ended up buying in bulk.