also: じんと · じいんと
adverb
deeply moved; touched to the heart
Describes a sudden, deep emotional impact, often bringing one close to tears. Common with stories, kindness, or poignant moments.
彼のスピーチにジーンときた。
I was deeply moved by his speech.
映画のラストシーンでジーンとして涙が出た。
I was so moved by the movie's final scene that tears came to my eyes.
adverb
stinging pain; going numb
Describes a sharp, lingering pain or a numbing sensation, often from cold, impact, or a sudden ache.
冷たい水に手を入れたらジンとしびれた。
When I put my hand in the cold water, it went numb with a stinging sensation.
ぶつけたところがジンと痛む。
The place I bumped is throbbing with a dull, stinging pain.
Hiragana shorter variant.
Rare elongated variant.
Onomatopoeic word mimicking a resonant, lingering sensation, either emotional or physical. The exact origin is uncertain.