adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Describes wandering without purpose or showing up somewhere without prior notice. Often used with verbs like 歩く, 出かける, 現れる.
He set off on a trip without any particular plan.
A friend dropped by unexpectedly.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
swaying; staggering; feebly
Depicts unsteady, swaying movement, often from weakness, intoxication, or dizziness. Common with verbs like 揺れる, 歩く, 立つ.
The drunkard staggered to his feet.
The lantern swayed gently in the wind.
On my way home, I dropped by the neighborhood bookstore on a whim.
He showed up out of the blue after several years.
I quit my job and set off on a solo trip on a whim.
The moment I stood up, my body swayed unsteadily.
I nearly staggered and collapsed from the fever.