ありあり
Meanings
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adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb
usually written using kana alone
Describes something appearing so clearly that it seems almost real, often used with verbs like 見える, 思い出す, or 浮かぶ. Typically takes the particle と.
The scene still vividly comes to mind even now.
Anger was clearly visible on his face.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉がありありと見えるto be able to see something vividly/clearly
I could clearly see how tired he was.
- 〈事〉をありありと思い出すto vividly recall something
I vividly remember the summer festivals from my childhood.
- 〈事〉がありありと浮かぶfor an image to vividly come to mind
The scene vividly came to my mind.
- 表情にありありと〈事〉が出るfor a feeling to show clearly on one's face
Her displeasure was written all over her face.