Translation guide
Expresses a high degree of excitement, suspense, or heart-pounding intensity. Japanese uses various adjectives and phrases depending on whether the thrill is from fear, excitement, or suspense.
Describing something that makes your heart race with excitement, like a thrilling ride or game.
Direct loanword 'thrilling' with intensifier. Common and natural for modern thrills.
That roller coaster was very thrilling.
Literally 'has a lot of thrill'. Natural for describing experiences.
This movie is very thrilling.
Idiom meaning 'gripping with sweaty palms', used for intense suspense or excitement.
It was a very thrilling match.
Onomatopoeic verb for feeling suspense or anxiety, often used for watching something risky.
It was a very thrilling development.
Describing a story or situation that keeps you on the edge of your seat with tension.
Means 'has a sense of tension/urgency'. Suitable for serious suspense.
That drama is very thrilling and interesting.
Combines two onomatopoeia for suspense and heart-pounding. Very expressive.
It was very thrilling until the end.
Loanword used as an adjective. Often needs an intensifier like とても.
Describing a positive, energetic thrill, like from a fun activity.
Means 'very exciting/stimulating'. General term for excitement.
The concert was very thrilling.
Onomatopoeia for excited anticipation. Often used for fun events.
Planning a trip is very thrilling.
スリリング is a direct loanword and sounds modern. ハラハラ implies suspense or worry, while ワクワク is purely positive excitement. Choose based on the nuance.
Horror movies are thrilling (with suspense).
Amusement parks are thrilling (with excitement).
It was a thrilling development.