expression, godan verb (-tsu)
Physical reaction: skin becomes bumpy due to cold, fear, or excitement. Often used literally.
寒くて鳥肌が立った。
It was so cold I got goosebumps.
怖い話を聞いて鳥肌が立った。
I got goosebumps listening to the scary story.
expression, godan verb (-tsu)
be deeply moved; get chills; feel shivers
Emotional reaction: deeply moved, awed, or thrilled, often by a performance, speech, or beautiful scene, causing goosebumps.
彼女の歌声に鳥肌が立った。
I got chills from her singing voice.
感動して鳥肌が立った。
I was so moved I got goosebumps.