Ever poked a jelly and watched it jiggle?
Or bounced lightly on a trampoline?
That’s when the Japanese onomatopoeia “Poyon” (ぽよん) comes in — the sound of something round and soft bouncing gently.
Before we bounce in, hear what it sounds like!
What is “Poyon” (ぽよん)?
“Poyon” describes something light, soft, and bouncy — like a balloon, a squishy toy, or someone’s chubby cheek.
Used for:
- Jiggly movement (like jelly or cheeks)
- Light springy bounce (like on a sofa or trampoline)
- Gentle comic effect in anime or games
Pronunciation
po-yon
(Say it with a little bounce in your voice — light and playful.)
Categories
Motion / Condition
What Does “Poyon” Look Like?
It looks like jelly jiggling on a plate.
Like a chubby cheek bouncing after a pat.
Like fun, weightless motion.
How Do You Say It?
Say it with a tiny spring:
Poyon!
Like a balloon that lightly bounces back.
Examples in Daily Life
Example 1: Jelly bounce
He touched the jelly with his spoon —
poyon…
Example 2: Sofa landing
She flopped onto the couch —
poyon…
Cultural Note
“Poyon” is used a lot in anime and games when something squishy or cute bounces.
It’s playful, light, and often used to describe round movement or humorous reactions.
In English, it might be something like “boing” — but poyon is softer, funnier, and cuter.
Watch & Feel the “Poyon” World!
Feel the “Poyon” — Balloons
Try Using It!
- Patting a round cheek? → Say poyon
- Light bounce on a bed? → That’s a poyon moment!
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