ズシン

Alternative writings: ずしん
Frequency:
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An onomatopoeic word expressing the sound or impact of something heavy falling with a thud; can also figuratively describe a heavy emotional blow.

Adverb Taking 'と'AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

箱が床に落ちてズシンと音がした。

A box fell to the floor with a heavy thud.

彼の一言で胸にズシンと来た。

His remark hit me hard in the chest (I felt a heavy emotional impact).

荷物を置いたら、テーブルがズシンと揺れた。

When I put down the luggage, the table shook with a thud.

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