がっくり

Alternative writings: ガックリ
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

An onomatopoeic adverb meaning to be heartbroken, crestfallen, or greatly disappointed.

AdverbNounIrregular VerbAdverb Taking 'と'Onomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

試験に落ちてがっくりした。

I was crestfallen after failing the exam.

彼の言葉を聞いてがっくりと肩を落とした。

Hearing his words, I sank my shoulders in disappointment.

期待していた分、結果にがっくり来た。

Because I had high expectations, I was very disappointed by the result.

2

An onomatopoeic adverb describing sudden exhaustion or feeling drained — physically or mentally spent.

AdverbIrregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

長時間の移動でみんなががっくりしている。

Everyone is exhausted from the long journey.

一日中立ちっぱなしで足ががっくり来た。

After standing all day my legs went limp.

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