adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
briskly with small steps; trotting
Describes a light, quick walking or running motion with short steps, often used for children or small animals.
The child came walking briskly with small steps.
The puppy follows me, trotting along.
Hiragana spelling is also used.
Onomatopoeic or mimetic word; the exact derivation is uncertain, but it imitates the sound or rhythm of light, quick footsteps.