No. 1,974 in Japanese
とっ
"とっ" is not a standalone word in Japanese; it may be part of a larger expression or onomatopoeia. Context is needed for an accurate definition.
In a sentence
彼は鞄をとっとと持ち上げて部屋を出た。
He quickly picked up the bag and left the room.
In this sentence, 'とっとと' is an onomatopoeic adverb that conveys the idea of doing something quickly or without delay.
その鳥は木の枝とはとっとと飛んでいった。
The bird flew quickly and lightly from the tree branch.
Here, 'とっ' is part of 'とっとと', emphasizing a quick action, commonly used in contexts where movement or transitions occur briskly.
彼は絵を見詰めるとっとと微笑んだ。
As he gazed at the picture, he softly smiled.
In this usage, 'とっ' conveys a gentle and subtle motion or expression, integrating smoothly into the narrative.
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