1.
suddenly; all at once; dramatically
Describes a sudden, marked change, such as interest or energy jumping up at once.
An adverb indicating a sudden and dramatic change, typically for the better or toward greater intensity. Unlike 突然, which simply marks an abrupt event, 俄然 implies that a situation has transformed noticeably and often carries a sense of heightened energy or interest.
Common collocations
- 俄然やる気が出る: suddenly feel motivated
- 俄然面白くなる: suddenly become interesting
- 俄然注目を集める: suddenly attract attention
- 俄然有利になる: suddenly become advantageous