Giseigo: Living Voices

Geppu is a word that mimics the sound or act of air escaping from the stomach through the mouth.

This word describes the sound or action of speaking in a very low voice or whispering.

The loud, continuous buzzing or crying sound made by cicadas, particularly during the peak of summer.

Describes the sound of mumbling or speaking incomprehensibly, typically heard when someone is sleep talking or making weak excuses.

This word describes the loud, energetic noise of many people having fun, persistently complaining, or crying loudly.

Kerokero is the onomatopoeia for a frog's croak or a robotic, metallic vocal effect used in music.

An interjection used to express frustration, annoyance, disappointment, or the chirping of small birds.

ワンワン (wanwan) is the sound of a dog barking repeatedly or the sound of someone crying and bawling loudly.

It describes roaring with loud, uninhibited laughter.

This word is used as a casual interjection to stop someone or express surprise, and also as a sound word for loud crying.

にゃー is the Japanese onomatopoeia for the sound a cat makes, equivalent to the English word meow.

Describes speaking in a low, unclear mumble, or the texture of food that has become dry, crumbly, and tasteless.

Nyan-nyan represents the sound of a cat meowing, is used as baby talk for 'kitty', and serves as older slang for physical intimacy.

Describes the sound or state of people chattering continuously and lively, sometimes noisily.

A loud, continuous noise made by crying babies, squawking animals, or complaining people.

The sound of quiet, suppressed laughter, such as giggling or chuckling.

A sudden, loud burst of human voice, such as erupting into tears or a crowd cheering.

A gentle, subdued chuckle, conventionally associated with a feminine tone.

えへへ (ehehe) represents a sheepish, mildly embarrassed, or mildly mischievous laugh.

A harsh, loud, and repetitive sound, such as ducks quacking, heavy snoring, angry complaining, or broken speakers.

カーカー mimics the cawing sound of a crow, and is also used by young children to refer to the crow itself.

メーメー mimics the bleating sound made by sheep or goats, equivalent to 'baa' or 'meh' in English.

コケコッコー is the standard Japanese onomatopoeia for a rooster's crow, equivalent to "cock-a-doodle-doo".

The squeaking sound of a mouse or the continuous sound of sucking liquid through a straw.

えへらえへら describes a hollow or nervous laugh used to cover up embarrassment, dodge a serious topic, or act subserviently.

ヒーヒー describes the high-pitched sound of a baby crying or a person panting heavily from exhaustion.

The high-pitched yapping of a small dog, or the sound of someone nagging loudly and persistently.

わあわあ describes the loud sound of wailing, like a crying baby, or the noisy clamor of people making a fuss.

Kerakera describes the sound of bright, high-pitched, and continuous laughter, which can sometimes sound careless or frivolous.

モーモー is the onomatopoeia for a cow's moo.

The sound of a cat meowing, or a child's word for a cat.

The sound of stifled, sneaky, or evil laughter, as well as the cooing of pigeons.

Muttering or murmuring a few words very quietly.

An archaic onomatopoeia representing the hoarse cawing sound of a crow.

あーん means to open one's mouth wide (like saying 'aah') or describes the loud crying of a baby.

Represents the high-pitched peeping or chirping of chicks, as well as frail, gentle movements.

Ketaketa describes a loud, shrill, and uninhibited laugh, much like a cackle.

A conversational response to show you are listening, or the sound of sniffing lightly.

キャーキャー describes high-pitched squealing or shrieking, typically out of excitement, fear, or the sound of monkeys chattering.

An onomatopoeia representing a refined, sophisticated, or affected feminine laugh, often associated with high social status.

Describes the noisy, overlapping sound of many people talking at the same time.

Describes the sound or action of suddenly exhaling a small puff of air or letting out a brief, suppressed laugh.