JLPT N3 Intermediate
ウキウキ
Cheerful excitement or high spirits, often in anticipation
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ウキウキする verb form
ウキウキしている state of being
浮き浮き rare kanji
Adverb (often with と), Suru verb
Excitedly" / "Cheerfully"
Describes a buoyant state of cheerfulness and high spirits, particularly when anticipating a fun event.
Example
明日 は デート だから 、 朝 から ウキウキ して いる 。
I have a date tomorrow, so I've been feeling excited all day.
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