Almost-Onomatopoeia– category –
Words that sound like onomatopoeia,
but aren’t!
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What Is “Kotteri”? Rich, Thick, and Heavy Flavor
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What Is “Wabi-sabi”? The Japanese Sound of Silence and Imperfection
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What Is “Gakkari”? The Japanese Expression of Disappointment
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What Is “Yare Yare”? The Japanese Expression of Relief, Weariness, or Exasperation
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What Is “Kori Gori”? The Japanese Expression of Being Fed Up
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