ピラピラ

Alternative writings: ぴらぴら
Frequency:
1

An onomatopoeic word describing something thin fluttering or flapping (like cloth or paper); can be used adverbially or as a noun/suru-verb.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'NounIrregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

風でスカートがピラピラして落ち着かなかった。

The skirt kept fluttering in the wind and I couldn't relax.

机の上のチラシがピラピラと床に落ちた。

The flyer on the desk fluttered down to the floor.

彼女は舞台衣装の端をピラピラさせながら踊った。

She danced while letting the edge of her costume flutter.

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