せかせか

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1An onomatopoeic adverb describing restless, hurried, or fussy movement—often with a slightly negative nuance of being flustered or impatient.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

朝からせかせか動き回って疲れた。

I've been rushing around since morning and I'm tired.

彼はせかせかしていて落ち着きがない。

He is always restless and hurried.

そんなにせかせかしないで、ゆっくりやればいいよ。

Don't be in such a hurry; take your time.

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