ごっそり
ごっそり
adverb, onomatopoeia
entirely; completely; in bulk; all at once
1.
entirely, completely, in bulk, all at once
Describes a large quantity being taken, removed, or disappearing at once. Often implies surprise or emphasis on the amount.
お金がごっそり消えた。
The money vanished completely.
冷蔵庫の中身がごっそりなくなっていた。
The contents of the fridge were completely gone.
泥棒に貴重品をごっそり持っていかれた。
The thief made off with all the valuables.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ごっそり持っていく: to take everything away
- ごっそり抜ける: to fall out in clumps (hair)
- ごっそりなくなる: to disappear completely
- ごっそり盗まれる: to have everything stolen
USAGE: Emphasizes that a large amount was affected all at once. Often used when describing loss, theft, or removal. Has an onomatopoeic quality suggesting bulk removal.