こっくり

(2 entries)
Alternative writings: コックリ, こくり, コクリ
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1A mimetic word for giving a small nod, typically to show agreement or understanding.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

説明を聞いて、彼はこっくりとうなずいた。

After hearing the explanation, he gave a small nod.

子供は「うん」と言ってこくりとうなずいた。

The child said 'yeah' and nodded.

2Nodding off repeatedly — the head bobbing as one dozes. Describes the motion of someone drifting in and out of sleep.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

授業中、隣の席の子がこっくりこっくりしていた。

During class, the kid next to me kept nodding off.

電車の中でこっくりしてしまい、乗り過ごした。

I dozed off on the train and missed my stop.

3To die suddenly or peacefully, without lingering illness. Similar to ぽっくり.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

祖父は病気もせずにこっくりと亡くなった。

Grandfather passed away peacefully without any illness.

4Rich and deep in flavor or color — used to describe food with a full, mellow taste or deep, warm color tones.

Noun or Verb Acting PrenominallyOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

このシチューはこっくりとした味わいで体が温まる。

This stew has a rich, full-bodied flavor that warms you up.

秋らしい、こっくりとした色合いのニットを買った。

I bought a knit sweater in rich, autumnal tones.

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