すっと

• Reading: すっと
• Romaji: sutto
• Pronunciation: /sɯt.to/

Meaning

Straight; quickly; smoothly. Describes swift, effortless, or graceful movement.

An adverb and する verb that expresses smooth, swift, or quiet movement. Can describe physical actions (slipping through, standing up quickly) or emotional states (feeling refreshed or relieved). One of many Japanese onomatopoeic adverbs that add vivid imagery to speech.

Examples

1. 彼女はすっと立ち上がって部屋を出た。 She stood up smoothly and left the room.
2. 風が吹いて、気持ちがすっとした。 A breeze blew and I instantly felt refreshed.
3. 猫がすっとテーブルの下に隠れた。 The cat slipped quietly under the table.

Usage Guide

Context: daily life, descriptions, narratives

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

A Japanese mimetic word (擬態語). The す sound evokes smooth, unobstructed motion, and the っと adds a sense of quickness and decisiveness to the movement.

Cultural Context

Era: Ancient

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal