furafura

Fura fura is a Japanese onomatopoeic word that describes a wobbly, unsteady, or staggering movement. It can be used to describe various situations, from a person walking unsteadily due to intoxication or fatigue, to an object about to fall over. The term conveys a sense of precariousness and lack of balance.

In common usage, fura fura often refers to a person who is drunk and stumbles as they walk. For example, someone might say, "He was walking fura fura after leaving the bar." It can also describe someone who is ill or weak and struggles to stand or move steadily. Children learning to walk might also be described as fura fura, highlighting their initial lack of coordination.

Beyond people, the word can be applied to inanimate objects. A stack of books that is about to topple might be described as fura fura, or a poorly constructed shelf that sways. The feeling evoked by fura fura is one of instability and the potential for collapse or a fall. It is a versatile expression in Japanese that captures a common visual and physical sensation.