Japanese meaning of ガミガミ

Reading:
がみがみ (gamigami)

English Translation:

nagging, scolding

Scene & Cultural Context

Cultural Context:


Often used to describe strict parents or teachers in manga.

Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

Usually as “ガミガミ言う” or “ガミガミ叱る”.

Trap for English Speakers

Not “gummy.”

Example

Basic Example

母親にガミガミ叱られた。

My mom nagged me again.


Applied Example

「またガミガミ言ってるよ～」と友達が冷やかすシーン。

Friends teasing, “You’re getting nagged again~”