Japanese meaning of ぴたり

Reading:
ぴたり (pitari)

English Translation:

perfectly, exactly

Scene & Cultural Context

Cultural Context:


Often used for perfect timing, fit, or sudden stops in manga.

Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

“ぴたりと止まる”“ぴたり合う”など。

Trap for English Speakers

Not “pita bread.”

Example

Basic Example

話をしていたら、ぴたりと雨がやんだ。

The rain stopped at just the right moment.


Applied Example

ギャグで全員の動きが「ぴたり」と止まるコマ。

Everyone in a gag manga freezes: “pitari!”