Japanese meaning of ブツブツ

Reading:
ぶつぶつ (butsubutsu)

English Translation:

muttering, grumbling; bumpy texture

Scene & Cultural Context

Cultural Context:


Often used in manga for characters mumbling complaints or talking to themselves. Also used for skin texture.

Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

Used as an adverb: "ぶつぶつ言う" (“to grumble/mutter”).

Trap for English Speakers

Not "boots."

Example

Basic Example

彼はぶつぶつ文句を言っていた。

He kept muttering complaints under his breath.


Applied Example

顔にぶつぶつができてしまった。

She got little bumps on her face.