Japanese Onomatopoeia is Crazy Hard But Fun
One of the things that surprises many people learning Japanese is just how often onomatopoeia appears in everyday conversation. In English, sound words are usually limited to things like animal noises or obvious sounds. In Japanese, they describe emotions, textures, movement, weather, and countless other everyday experiences. In this episode, guest co-host Devin and I explored some of the Japanese onomatopoeia that stood out to us after moving here and discussed why these expressions become such a natural part of daily life. Watch the Full Episode Listen on: Spotify Apple YouTube Why Onomatopoeia Is Everywhere in Japanese Many people are surprised to discover that Japanese onomatopoeia isn't limited to children's books or comic books. These expressions appear in everyday conversations between adu...