Giseigo: Living Voices

ペッ (pe) is the onomatopoeia for the sound of spitting or an interjection used to express strong disgust and contempt.

The sound a cat makes (meow), or a childish word for a cat (kitty).

A mischievous, sneaky, or slightly creepy laugh.

The loud sound of a child crying uncontrollably, persistent whining, or a bleating animal.

Describes the sound or action of a quiet, unintentional chuckle slipping out.

A Japanese phonomime (giseigo) representing the characteristic cry of a monkey.

An exclamation like 'oh' or 'ho' expressing surprise or admiration, or a sound imitating an owl or a flute.

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

A low, guttural growl made by an animal like a dog or wolf to express anger or a warning.

ハハハ is the standard representation of an open, audible laugh (ha ha ha).

An interjection representing a coy, feminine giggle or a soft, gentle sigh.

ゲフンゲフン is an exaggerated fake cough used to say "ahem," interrupt politely, or express awkwardness and hidden disagreement.

A Japanese slang word mimicking the sound of cute crying, used to express mild disappointment or feeling touched.

バブー represents the babbling or cooing sound of a human infant.

This word mimics the babbling sounds made by infants before they learn to speak.

ワン is the Japanese onomatopoeia for a single dog bark, equivalent to 'woof' or 'arf'.

A word representing an owl's hoot or an interjection used to show understanding while listening.

Hoohokekyo is the iconic sound of the Japanese bush warbler (uguisu), heavily associated with the arrival of spring.

ぽそっと describes a very quiet, short whisper or murmur, usually consisting of just a few words.

A high-pitched, delicate chirping or cheeping sound made by small birds or insects.

Kanakana represents the melancholic, ringing sound of the evening cicada, and is also used as a colloquial name for the insect itself.

ウホウホ represents the hooting sound of a gorilla, or metaphorically being highly excited and overjoyed.

The sound of a cat purring affectionately, or a person acting sweet and fawning like a cat.

ゲコゲコ is the Japanese onomatopoeia for a deep, throaty frog croak.

This word mimics the loud trumpeting sound made by an elephant.

Describes the lively, high-pitched chirping of small birds, or people chattering loudly and incessantly.

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.