adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb
Describes a thread, string, or similar thin object breaking suddenly with a clean snap.
adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb
suddenly cut off; abruptly ended
Used for calls, communications, or connections ending abruptly, as if cut.
adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb
Describes the action of piercing something with a needle or sharp point, often with a small popping sensation.
adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb
squashing; crushing
Describes squashing a small soft-bodied creature like an insect, often with a popping sound.
adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb
Describes a pimple or small swelling bursting or breaking open.
The thread snapped.
The phone call was suddenly cut off.
I pricked it with a needle.
I squashed the bug.
The pimple popped.
Mimetic word; the sound ぷつ imitates a small popping or snapping noise, with the り ending suggesting a quick, decisive action.