バシッと

Alternative writings: ばしっと
Frequency:
1

With a sharp smack or whack (onomatopoeic); used to describe striking something forcefully and decisively.

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼は犯人の肩をバシッと一発叩いて念を押した。

He gave the culprit a sharp slap on the shoulder to make a point.

布の埃をバシッと叩いて落とした。

I gave the cloth a good whack to knock off the dust.

風船をバシッと割って驚かせた。

I popped the balloon with a sharp smack to surprise them.

2

Directly; decisively — used when answering, deciding, or refusing in a clear, decisive manner.

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

面接で彼はバシッと自分の強みを述べた。

In the interview he spoke about his strengths in a clear, decisive way.

冗談を言う同僚に対して、上司はバシッと注意した。

The boss sharply reprimanded the joking colleague.

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