Translation and Meaning of: 騒々しい - souzoushii

On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 騒々しい (souzoushii) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.

Romaji: souzoushii

Kana: そうぞうしい

Type: adjective

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騒々しい

Translation / Meaning: noisy; turbulent

Meaning in English: noisy;boisterous

Definition: Sounds and voices can be heard loud and distorted.

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Explanation and Etymology - (騒々しい) souzoushii

The word 「騒々しい」 (souzoushii) is a Japanese adjective used to describe something "noisy," "tumultuous," or "agitated." It is composed of the Kanji 「騒」 (sou), which means "noise" or "commotion," and the grammatical repetition that intensifies the quality of the sound or agitation. The suffix 「しい」 transforms the word into an i-adjective, making it suitable for describing chaotic or excessively noisy situations or environments.

Etymologically, the Kanji 「騒」 is related to the sound of disturbances or agitated movement, often associated with crowds or disorderly environments. The repetition in the construction 「騒々しい」 reinforces the intensity of this characteristic, creating a word that conveys a sense of annoyance or discomfort due to loud sounds or confusion.

The use of 「騒々しい」 is common in everyday contexts, such as:

Environments: To describe places like busy streets, very loud parties, or spaces where there is commotion, such as in 「騒々しい通り」 ("a noisy street").
Situations: To express discontent with tumultuous situations, such as heated discussions or disorganized meetings.
Figurative: It can be used metaphorically to indicate emotional or mental turmoil, like a "turbulent" mind.

Although similar in meaning to other words like 「うるさい」 (urusai), which also means "noisy" or "annoying," 「騒々しい」 tends to describe broader or more chaotic scenarios, while 「うるさい」 can refer to both specific sounds and annoying behaviors. This nuance makes 「騒々しい」 more suitable for situations involving multiple factors of commotion or turmoil.

Synonyms and similar words

やかましい (yakamashii) - noisy, unpleasant, very loud
うるさい (urusai) - irritating, noisy, causing discomfort
ざわめく (zawameku) - make noise of indistinct conversations, commotion
にぎやか (nigiyaka) - lively, bustling, full of activity (usually in a positive way)
ざわざわする (zawazawa suru) - make a loud noise, murmurs or buzzing
ざわつく (zawatsuku) - to feel a restless noise, agitation (may imply disorder)
そうぞうしい (sozoushii) - noisy, tumultuous, confusing (can have a more negative tone)