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VocabJLPT N2
staggering
AdverbTo-AdverbSuru Verbな-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. unsteadily (e.g. on one's feet)
  2. 2. shakily
  3. 3. wavering (in one's mind)
  4. 4. aimlessly
This adverb and onomatopoeia describes a swaying, staggering, or dizzy movement, like someone walking unsteadily or feeling faint. It can also suggest wandering aimlessly without purpose. Use it to describe someone stumbling from exhaustion, illness, or dizziness.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Let's take a break — you look dizzy," my coworker said.

Sentence 2

I was standing at the reception desk when I suddenly got so dizzy I had to sit down.

Sentence 3

I ran during lunch break and nearly lost my balance on the stairs!

Sentence 4

When I asked, "Can you walk to the meeting room?" he said, "I'm a little unsteady."

Sentence 5

I skipped dinner and ended up feeling lightheaded on the way home.