JLPT N1 Advanced
がさがさ
Dry rustling sound; rough, chapped texture
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ガサガサ katakana form
1 Adverb (often with と), Suru Verb (〜する)
Rustling
This onomatopoeia mimics the relatively loud sound made by dry, hard, or rough items rubbing against one another.
Example
コンビニ の 袋 が がさがさ うるさい 。
The convenience store bag is making a loud rustling noise.
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2 Na-adjective (〜な), Suru Verb (〜する)
Dry / Rough
This term describes surface textures that have lost their moisture and smoothness, becoming unpleasant to the touch.
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3 Na-adjective (〜な), Suru Verb (〜する)
Uncouth / Lacking Grace
This figurative usage characterizes a personality or behavior that lacks calm, refinement, or sensitivity.
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