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onowords – Japanese Sound Expressions

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Archetype: Energetic

Words that convey liveliness, movement, or a strong sense of vitality.

bou-bou(ボウボウ)
Gitaigo(擬態語)★★★☆☆Physical Movement / Sound

bou-bou describes something that is wild, overgrown, or sticking out in an unkempt way.

juuu(ジュー)
Giongo(擬音語)★★☆☆☆Physical Movement / Sound

juuu describes a continuous sizzling sound produced when food cooks steadily on a hot surface.

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