An onomatopoeic adverb describing a sharp, composed, and tightly controlled expression or demeanor—like 'crisp' or 'sternly'.
彼女はきりりとした表情で質問に答えた。
She answered the question with a composed, sharp expression.
選手たちはきりりと整列して、監督の号令を待った。
The players stood in a crisp line and waited for the coach's command.
朝の会議で彼の声はきりりと通った。
His voice rang out sharply in the morning meeting.
An onomatopoeic adverb meaning tightly stretched or pulled taut; used for things that are drawn tight or held firmly.
弓の弦がきりりと張られ、的に向けて放たれた。
The bowstring was pulled taut and the arrow was released toward the target.
彼はきりりとネクタイを締め直して、面接室に入った。
He tightened his tie neatly and entered the interview room.
An onomatopoeic sound describing a creak or sharp noise made by doors, oars, or wooden implements; a creaking/risp sound.
古い戸がきりりと音を立てて閉まった。
The old door closed with a sharp creak.
夜、櫂が水面をきりりと切る音が聞こえた。
At night, I heard the oar cut the water with a crisp sound.