English–Japanese
“stiffen” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajitsupparu
Example
緊張すると、体が突っ張ります。kin chō su ru to karada ga tsu ppa ri ma su
My body stiffens when I get nervous.
How to say “stiffen” in Japanese
“Stiffen” in Japanese is 突っ張る (tsupparu).
Describes making or keeping something firm and resistant to movement, including a tense body, a tightened object, or a forceful attitude.
Example sentences with 突っ張る
長く歩くと、ふくらはぎが突っ張ります。naga ku aru ku to fu ku ra ha gi ga tsu ppa ri ma su
My calves stiffen after I walk for a long time.
Tips for using 突っ張る
- When 突っ張る (tsupparu) describes a person, it often carries a stubborn or defensive nuance rather than simple physical tension.