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ぐるぐる

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Common wordJLPTN2Freq.Top 20,000

Meanings

1

adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle

round and round; in circles

Mimetic adverb for repeated circular motion, spinning, or moving around in circles. Often used with 回る, 回す, or 歩き回る, and may take と.

2

adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle

wrapped around; wound around

Used when something is wrapped or wound around repeatedly in layers or coils. Common with 巻く and 巻きつける.

Usage patterns