ぽつり
Reading: ぽつり
Meaning: muttering, dropping a word
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Example Sentence
彼女 は ぽつり と 悲しい 言葉 を 言った
She muttered sad words softly.
Usage Notes
Onomatopoeia for speaking a single word or phrase quietly or hesitantly. Often used with と to describe manner of speaking.
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