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思わず

N3
おもわず
[omowazu]
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Meanings

1.Adverb

unconsciously; involuntarily; instinctively; reflexively; spontaneously; unintentionally; in spite of oneself

Examples

びっくりして思わず声を出した。

I was so surprised that I unconsciously let out a voice.

美しい景色に思わず見とれてしまった。

I unconsciously became absorbed in the beautiful scenery.

面白い話を聞いて思わず笑った。

I heard a funny story and laughed unintentionally.