1A drop or droplet of water or liquid — a single rounded bead that forms and falls, such as a raindrop, teardrop, or bead of sweat. Also written 雫, and often in kana.
雨上がりの葉先で、水のしずくがきらきら光っていた。
After the rain, droplets of water sparkled on the tips of the leaves.
冷たい飲み物のグラスに、しずくがびっしりついている。
The glass of the cold drink is covered with beads of condensation.
彼女の頬を、涙の雫がひとつぶ伝った。
A single teardrop traced its way down her cheek.
濡れた髪の先から、しずくがぽたりと床に落ちた。
A drop fell from the tips of her wet hair onto the floor with a plop.