くるり
Meanings
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
turning around once
Describes a single, complete rotation or turning motion, often with と.
He turned around once.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Indicates a sudden change in state or action, often with と.
His attitude suddenly changed.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
completely (wrapped); quickly (unwrapped)
Used with verbs like 包む or 開ける to describe wrapping or unwrapping in one swift motion.
I wrapped the present quickly.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
beautifully round (eyes)
Describes eyes that are large and round, often with と.
Her eyes were beautifully round.
Abbreviation of くるり棒; a farming tool. Rare standalone use.
See also: くるり棒
In old farmhouses, they used a flail to thresh grain.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉がくるりと回るfor something to spin around in one complete turn
He spun around once on the chair.
- くるりと向きを変えるto turn around abruptly and change direction
She turned around abruptly and walked away.
- 〈物〉をくるりと包むto wrap something up completely in one swift motion
I wrapped the present up in one swift motion.
- くるりとした目big, beautifully round eyes
Her big, round eyes are striking.