Ever seen a child skip down the street on a sunny day?
Or someone heading to their favorite café with a smile on their face?
That’s when the Japanese onomatopoeia “Run Run” comes in — a sound full of cheer, bounce, and a lighthearted mood.
What is “Run Run (るんるん)”?
“Run Run” is a Japanese onomatopoeia that expresses a bubbly, cheerful feeling — when your heart feels light and you’re in a very good mood.
It’s the sound of someone being delighted, excited, or happily looking forward to something.
You’ll hear it used for people who are humming, bouncing, or walking around with joy bubbling up inside.
Pronunciation
roon-roon
(Say it with a little bounce in your voice — like hopping down the street with a smile)
Categories
Emotion / Feeling
Examples in Daily Life
Example 1: A girl going to the zoo
She held her favorite panda plushie,
talking nonstop about animals —
run run…
Example 2: A boy with a new game
He clutched the game case tight,
rushing home with sparkles in his eyes —
his heart was run run!
Cultural Note
In English, we might say:
“It made me so happy!”
“I was over the moon.”
“I was in such a good mood!”
But in Japanese, “run run” paints a more vivid picture — like someone who’s literally skipping through happiness.
It’s used in conversation, children’s songs, comics, or even by adults when they’re feeling a bit giddy.
How Do You Say It?
Say it with sparkle and bounce:
Run… run…!
Like your heart is dancing a little:
Run run…
What Does “Run Run” Look Like?
It looks like bouncing footsteps.
Like spinning around with joy.
Like someone giggling while decorating a cake.
Watch & Feel the “Run Run” World!
Feel the “Run Run” — Joy in Motion
Experience the joy of “run run” through a cheerful, heartwarming scene.
It’s not just happiness — it’s active, sparkly, unstoppable delight.
The world is smiling with you.
Try Using It!
When you’re on your way to meet a friend you love…
When your favorite song starts playing…
When your plans for the day make you beam just thinking about them…
Say it with sparkle:
Run run〜！
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