gusutto
The sound and feeling of trying to hold back tears but failing to suppress a quiet sniffle or sob. Restrained but audible crying.
💡Used when trying not to cry at a sad movie, holding back tears at a farewell, or quietly sobbing.
卒業式のスピーチを聞いて、ぐすっと泣きそうになった。
Listening to the graduation speech, I almost broke down sniffling.
She went ___ trying to hold back tears during the farewell party.
送別会で○○と涙をこらえていた。