shake one's head in Japanese

shake one's head in Japanese is 首を横に振る.

shake one's head in Japanese

首を横に振る

verb

Pronounced: kubioyokonifuru

To move one's head from side to side, in a repeated swiveling motion from the neck, to indicate disagreement, negation, disbelief, disapproval or dismay.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "shake one's head" in Japanese?

"shake one's head" in Japanese is 首を横に振る.

How do you pronounce 首を横に振る?

"shake one's head" in Japanese is 首を横に振る, pronounced "kubioyokonifuru".

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