ぐいっと

Alternative writings: グイッと, ぐいと, グイと
Frequency:
1

An adverb expressing a sudden, forceful action (a quick yank, shove, or jerk).

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼はロープをぐいっと引いた。

He gave the rope a sudden yank.

ドアをぐいっと押して開けた。

She shoved the door open.

先生が腕をぐいっとつかんで歩かせた。

The teacher grabbed his arm and pulled him along forcefully.

2

An adverb for drinking or swallowing something in one go (a single gulp).

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼はビールをぐいっと飲み干した。

He downed his beer in one gulp.

朝のコーヒーをぐいっと飲んでから出かけた。

I gulped down my morning coffee before leaving.

緊張していたが、勇気を出してぐいっと一口飲んだ。

I was nervous, but I mustered courage and took a big gulp.

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