Japanese meaning of ガヤガヤ

Reading:
がやがや (gayagaya)

English Translation:

chatting noisily, buzz of a crowd

Scene & Cultural Context

Cultural Context:


Common in manga/anime for school cafeterias, festivals, parties, or public places.

Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

Used as an adverb: "ガヤガヤしている" (“noisy/buzzing”).

Trap for English Speakers

Not "gaga" or "guy."

Example

Basic Example

教室がガヤガヤしていた。

The classroom was buzzing with noise.


Applied Example

電車の中もガヤガヤとうるさかった。

The train was filled with lively chatter.