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ごくり

gokuri

Gulping, swallowing hard

The sound and sensation of swallowing audibly — from nervousness, anticipation, or drinking. A single deliberate gulp.

💡Waiting for exam results — 'I swallowed gokuri when they called my name.'

Example

緊張してごくりと唾を飲んだ。

I nervously swallowed gokuri.

Quiz yourself

He swallowed ___ as the boss opened the envelope.

上司が封筒を開けるとき、○○と唾を飲んだ。

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