Japanese sound words
and beyond
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tiny sounds full of meaning
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・Updated Quiz for Mayー May 01
・Added May storyー May 01
・Updated Tea Time Columns ー Mar 29
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Quiz for
May (Satsuki)
Q:
Which Japanese sound word matches this illustration best?
Recent Posts
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What Does “Rumbling” or “Lounging Around” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Rolling Sounds & Relaxed States!
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Is There a Word for That Little Prickly Sting? Try Saying It in One Word
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What Does “Gulp Gulp” or “Drinking Deeply” Sound Like in Japanese? Let’s Dive into Refreshing Sips!
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Is There a Word for That Soft, Fluffy Feeling? Try Saying It in One Word
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Is There a Word for That Spinning, Whirling Feeling? Try Saying It in One Word
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What Is “Nuku Nuku”? The Japanese Sound of Warm, Cozy Comfort
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