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Meanings
1
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Colloquial, onomatopoeic adverb describing doing something in large amounts, heavily, or without restraint. Often used with eating, drinking, earning, or spending.
I want to eat a lot of meat today.
I hear he earns a great deal.
2
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Colloquial, onomatopoeic adverb meaning doing something properly, thoroughly, or to a sufficient degree. Often used with studying, working, or resting.
I have to study properly before the exam.
I slept fully over the weekend and refreshed myself.
Usage patterns
- がっつり食べるto eat a lot / eat heartily
I was hungry, so I ate a big meal.
- がっつり休むto rest properly / take a good rest
I plan to rest properly this weekend.
- がっつり稼ぐto earn a lot of money
I earned a lot of money from my part-time job.
- がっつり勉強するto study thoroughly
I studied hard before the exam.