Japanese meaning of ハラハラ
Reading:
はらはら (harahara)
English Translation:
feel anxious, suspenseful
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
Describes feeling nervous/anxious for someone else; watching with suspense.
他人の行動や展開が心配でドキドキする、手に汗握る様子を表します。
Cultural Context:
Used for cliffhangers or tense scenes in stories.
アニメや漫画のハラハラ展開で多用。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
“ハラハラする” is standard.
Trap for English Speakers
Not “hurry hurry.”
Example
Basic Example
試合の結末にハラハラした。
I was on the edge of my seat during the game.
Applied Example
「ハラハラドキドキの最終回！」（宣伝コピーで多用）
“Suspenseful and thrilling final episode!” (common promo copy)