1.
smoothly; fluently; without hesitation
Describes speaking, reading, or doing something without stumbling or pausing.
すらすら is an onomatopoeic adverb describing smooth, uninterrupted flow, particularly in speech, reading, or writing. Can be used with or without the particle と (すらすらと).
Common collocations
- すらすら話す: to speak fluently
- すらすら読む: to read smoothly
- すらすら書く: to write smoothly
- すらすら答える: to answer without hesitation
- すらすらと出てくる: to come out smoothly (ideas, words)
Similar words
- ぺらぺら: fluently (often implies showing off or superficiality)
- さらさら: smoothly flowing (more for physical movement, texture, or writing)
- スムーズに: smoothly (loanword, broader usage beyond speech/reading)
Usage
すらすら focuses on the absence of stumbling or hesitation. It implies skill or ease, and is always positive.
Related Words
Compare:
ぺらぺら (fluently (often superficial))
Related:
さらさら (smoothly flowing)
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すっと (straight, quickly, smoothly)
Compare:
楽々 (easily)