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きゃっ
kya
Description
「きゃっ」は、こわい時やびっくりした時に、思わず出る短い声です。
"きゃっ" is a short sound that comes out involuntarily when scared or surprised.
女の人や子供がよく使い、うれしい時にも言うことがあります。
Women and children often use "きゃっ", and sometimes say it when happy.
Meanings
きゃっkya
a short scream of surprise, fear, or delight
虫を見て「きゃっ」と叫んだ。
I saw a bug and screamed, "Eek!".
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Notes
- Nuance
Softer and cuter than きゃー; often used by women or children for a quick startled reaction.
- Etymology
An imitative interjection; the small っ marks an abrupt, cut-off sound.
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