Japanese sound words
& beyond
Explore onomatopoeia —
little words full of meaning
and the rich world of expressions
beyond words
What’s New
- Updated Quiz for August ー July 31
- Added August storyー July 31
- Updated Tea Time Columns ー June 28
We add new topics every day ー feel free to explore.
Recent Posts
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What Is “Kacchiri”? The Japanese Feeling of Being Firm, Neat, and Secure
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Why Does Japanese Manga Use “どん!(Don!)” So Often?
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What Is “Supo!”? The Japanese Sound of Something Slipping Perfectly Into Place
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What Is “Pittari”? The Japanese Word for a Perfect Match
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What Is “Pien”? A Modern Japanese Expression That Feels Like Onomatopoeia
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What Is “Goshi Goshi”? The Japanese Sound of Scrubbing Hard
Quiz for
August (Hazuki)


Q:
Which Japanese sound word matches this illustration best?
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