Japanese meaning of キュン
Reading:
きゅん (kyun)
English Translation:
squeeze in the heart, flutter
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
Describes a sudden tightening or squeeze of the heart, often from love, embarrassment, or cuteness overload.
恋や照れ、可愛さで胸がきゅんとなる様子。
Cultural Context:
Often used in modern shoujo manga, “胸キュン” (“kyun moment”) is a key concept.
最近の少女漫画やドラマで「胸キュン」連発。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
Used as “胸がキュンとする” (“to feel a flutter in the chest”).
Trap for English Speakers
Not “cue” or “queue.”
Example
Basic Example
笑顔を見て胸がキュンとした。
His smile made my heart flutter.
Applied Example
「キュン死に」しそうな甘いセリフ。
The line was so sweet, I thought my heart would burst.