What does 身動き mean?
身動き is a Japanese noun meaning “movement (of one's body); moving about; stirring” in English. It can also be translated as “acting freely” depending on context. It is written as 身動き in kanji, みうごき in hiragana, and miugoki in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N2 vocabulary.
Example sentences
その子供は恐怖で身動きができなかった。
The child was paralyzed with fear.
君はこのまま収入不相応な暮らしを続ければ金に困って身動きがとれなくなるだろう。
You'll find yourself in deep water if you continue to live beyond your means.