adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
Describes a sharp, prickling physical sensation, like a burn, sting, or tingle. Often used with する.
日焼けした肌がピリピリする。
My sunburned skin stings.
The antiseptic stung the wound sharply.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
Describes a state of nervous tension or irritability, often in social situations. Commonly used with する or as an adverb.
面接の前でピリピリしている。
I'm feeling tense before the interview.
彼は最近ピリピリしていて、話しかけにくい。
He's been on edge lately and hard to talk to.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
with a ripping sound; tearing
Mimetic for a sharp tearing or ripping sound, like cloth or paper. Used adverbially with と.
紙をピリピリと破る音がした。
I heard the sound of paper being torn sharply.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Describes a high-pitched, piercing sound, especially of a whistle. Used adverbially with と.
笛がピリピリと鳴った。
The whistle blew shrilly.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
quivering; trembling
Describes a slight, rapid trembling or quivering, often from cold, fear, or excitement. Used with する or adverbially.
寒さで唇がピリピリ震えた。
My lips quivered from the cold.