Have you ever heard someone marching with purpose?
Or a child stomping through the hallway with loud steps?
That’s when the Japanese sound “Doshi Doshi” (どしどし) comes in —
a repeated, firm sound of heavy footsteps.
Let’s hear how it sounds:
What is “Doshi Doshi” (どしどし)?
“Doshi Doshi” describes the sound and feel of someone walking with strong, determined steps.
It expresses:
- Firmness
- Purposeful walking
- Sometimes frustration or anger
It’s often used for children stomping around or strong characters moving with confidence.
Pronunciation
do-shi do-shi
(Emphasize each beat evenly. Walk it out with your voice.)
Categories
Motion / Sound
What Does “Doshi Doshi” Look Like?
It looks like a determined child stomping to their room.
Like a confident person entering the room with energy.
Like someone walking heavily down stairs.
How Do You Say It?
Say it like you’re marching:
Doshi doshi…
Each step should feel strong and grounded.
Examples in Daily Life
Example 1: Angry walk
She stomped away,
doshi doshi, down the hallway.
Example 2: Child walking with confidence
The little boy walked up to the stage —
doshi doshi, full of energy.
Cultural Note
In English, you might say:
- “Stomp stomp”
- “Thump thump”
- “Marching”
But doshi doshi captures the repetitive weight of the steps —
whether it’s strength, frustration, or just determination.
Common in anime scenes when someone’s mad… or making a big entrance!
Watch & Feel the “Doshi Doshi” World!
Feel the “Doshi Doshi” — Sumo Wrestlers’ Running
Try Using It!
When someone stomps through the hallway,
or confidently walks up to speak…
Say it with rhythm:
Doshi doshi〜
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