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Feel Japanese sound expressions, not just read them.

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peko-peko(ペコペコ)
Gitaigo(擬態語)★★★☆☆Physical Movement / Sound

1. Being extremely hungry

pika-pika(ピカピカ)
Giongo(擬音語), Gitaigo(擬態語)★★★☆☆Physical Movement / Sound

1. Shining or sparkling brightly

pata-pata(パタパタ)
Giongo(擬音語)★★☆☆☆Physical Movement / Sound

pata-pata describes light, rapid, and repetitive sounds or movements.

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