Translation guide
The English word 'tossing' can refer to several actions: throwing something lightly or casually, moving restlessly in bed, mixing food by lifting and turning, or flipping a coin. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each of these meanings.
To throw something with a light, casual motion, often underhand or without much force.
General verb for 'throw'. Can be used for tossing something lightly, but often implies a more deliberate throw. For very casual tossing, other options may be more natural.
He tossed the ball lightly.
Means 'to throw' or 'to fling', often casually or carelessly. Can be used for tossing something aside or to someone.
He tossed the keys onto the table.
An onomatopoeic expression for tossing something lightly or carelessly, often with a flick of the wrist.
He tossed the trash (carelessly).
To turn and move around in bed, unable to sleep or get comfortable.
Literally 'to strike a turn in sleep'. The standard expression for tossing and turning in bed.
I was tossing and turning all night.
Emphasizes doing nothing but turning over in bed, implying restlessness.
It was so hot I kept tossing and turning.
To mix ingredients, especially salad, by gently lifting and turning them over.
To throw a coin into the air to decide something by chance.
Toss the vegetables and dressing together.