Japanese sound words
and beyond
Explore onomatopoeia —
tiny sounds full of meaning
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Recent Posts
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What Does “Excited Anticipation” or “Can’t Wait!” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Happy Expectation!
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What Is “Peta Peta”? The Japanese Sound of Light Sticking and Slapping
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What Does “Slimy” or “Sticky” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Texture Words!
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What Is “Moshi Moshi”? The Friendly Japanese Hello for Phone Calls
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What Is “Gasshiri”? The Japanese Word for Solid, Muscular, and Sturdy Build
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What Does “Squishy” or “Soft and Bouncy” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Texture & Touch!
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