ぐずぐず

• 読み: ぐずぐず
• ローマ字: guzuguzu
• 発音: /ɡɯ.zɯ.ɡɯ.zɯ/

意味

Dawdling; dilly-dallying; being slow and indecisive. Also describes a lingering, unresolved state.

A mimetic adverb (擬態語) describing sluggish, hesitant behaviour or an annoyingly slow pace. Can be used as an adverb (ぐずぐずする — to dawdle) or to describe a dragging situation like a lingering cold (風邪がぐずぐず続く). Often carries a mildly critical or impatient nuance, implying the person should hurry up or act decisively.

例文

1. ぐずぐずしていると電車に乗り遅れるよ。
2. 彼はいつもぐずぐずして決断できない。
3. 風邪がぐずぐず長引いて困っている。

使い方ガイド

場面: daily life, family, work

トーン: critical

起源と歴史

A Japanese mimetic word (擬態語) evoking the impression of sluggishness and lack of resolve. The voiced consonant ぐ adds a heavier, more negative feel compared to lighter onomatopoeia, reflecting the frustration associated with dawdling.

文化的背景

時代: Ancient

世代: All ages

社会的背景: Universal