_Emotion-based– category –
Emotion-based onomatopoeia express inner feelings through sound.
These words give shape to emotions that are hard to explain.
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What Is “Gakkuri”? The Japanese Word for Deep Disappointment — Almost Onomatopoeia
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What’s the Difference Between “Gaku” and “Gakkuri” in Japanese?
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What Is “Bikkuri”? The Japanese Sound of Surprise — Almost Onomatopoeia
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What Is “Zokkon”? The Passionate Japanese Word for Being Head Over Heels
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What Does “Deeply Moved” or “That Quiet Warmth” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Anime & Manga!
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What Is “Zoku”? The Japanese Sound of a Sudden Chill or Creeping Fear
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What Does “Gasp” or “Sudden Realization” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Anime & Manga!
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What Does “Irritated!” or “Snap of Anger” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Anime & Manga!
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What Does “Yikes!” or “Sudden Shock” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Anime & Manga!
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What Is “Kaa!”? The Sound of Flushed Emotion — Embarrassment or Rage!
