VocabJLPT N3
to be in a hurry
Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to be in a hurry
  2. 2. to be impatient
  3. 3. to get a fright
This verb means "to be impatient," "to panic," or "to rush in a flustered way." It describes the feeling of being anxious and hurried, often making mistakes as a result. It is used when someone is in a hurry or feeling pressured and is not acting calmly.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

There's still plenty of time — why am I the only one panicking?

Sentence 2

Some days I feel anxious for no reason at all, even when nothing's wrong.

Sentence 3

He says he's totally relaxed, but he's actually panicking inside, isn't he?

Sentence 4

The more I told myself to take it slow, the more anxious I became.

Sentence 5

When everyone found out we were behind schedule, they all started to panic.