You might know the sound of a mouse as “squeak” in English.
In French, it’s “cui-cui.”
In Korean, it’s “jik jik.”
But in Japanese, the sound of a mouse is often written as —
Chuu! (ちゅう！)
It’s soft, high-pitched, and just a bit mischievous.
You’ll hear it in anime, manga, and children’s songs — especially when a little mouse appears and goes… Chuu!
Let’s listen to what it sounds like!
What is “Chuu” (ちゅう)?
“Chuu” is the Japanese onomatopoeia for a mouse’s squeak — especially the small, light sound they make when sniffing around or being startled.
It captures that tiny, cute, almost whisper-like sound.
You’ll often hear “chuu” in:
- Picture books and children’s stories
- Anime and manga (especially with mascot characters!)
Pronunciation
choo
(Like “chew,” but with a gentle, rising pitch.)
Say it lightly — like a breathy sound floating through the air.
Categories
Animals / Sound
What Does “Chuu” Look Like?
In manga, “Chuu” is often drawn next to a small round mouse character, peeking out from behind a wall or stealing cheese.
It’s usually written in soft, round letters — matching the gentle and cute nature of the sound.
Examples in Daily Life
Example 1: A mouse sniffing near the wall
Something moved behind the cupboard.
A small sound came from the shadows —
chuu…
Example 2: A sleepy mouse dreaming
The mouse curled up under a leaf.
It made a tiny noise in its sleep —
chuu…
How Do You Say It?
It’s soft, playful, and oh-so-cute — Chuu!
Watch & Feel the “Chuu” World!
The sound of “chuu”
Try Using It!
Next time you draw a mouse…
or hear a quiet squeaky sound…
try whispering:
Chuu…
And let your imagination scurry off into a tiny adventure!
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