雨垂れ
Meanings
raindrops dripping from eaves or branches
Refers to drops of rain falling from the edge of a roof, tree branches, or similar overhangs. Often evokes a quiet, lingering sound or scene.
Raindrops are dripping from the eaves with a plopping sound.
In the garden after the rain, raindrops dripping from the leaves were sparkling.
exclamation point; exclamation mark
Colloquial, playful term for an exclamation mark, likening its shape to a falling raindrop. Used in casual conversation or informal writing.
See also: 感嘆符
Let's add an exclamation mark at the end of this sentence for emphasis.
If there are too many exclamation marks in a message, it feels a bit noisy.
Usage patterns
- 軒先に〈物〉が落ちるfor raindrops to drip down from the eaves
I heard the sound of raindrops dripping from the eaves.
- 文末に雨垂れをつけるto put an exclamation mark at the end of a sentence
She always puts an exclamation mark at the end of her emails.
Expressions
- 横板に雨垂れhalting speech; stammering