Translation guide
Describes a rushing, swooshing sound or motion, often of wind, water, or fast movement. In Japanese, this is typically expressed with onomatopoeic adverbs or mimetic words.
Describe the sound of wind, air, or something moving quickly through the air.
Onomatopoeia for strong wind blowing continuously. Often used for howling wind.
風がビュービュー吹いている。
The wind is blowing with a whoosh.
Onomatopoeia for a single, sharp whoosh of wind or something flying by.
矢がヒューと飛んでいった。
The arrow flew by with a whoosh.
Onomatopoeia for a deep, roaring whoosh, like a strong gust or engine.
風がゴーと音を立てた。
The wind made a whooshing sound.
Describe the sound of water gushing, splashing, or flowing rapidly.
Onomatopoeia for a sudden rush of water, like a downpour or a splash.
雨がザーッと降り出した。
The rain started pouring with a whoosh.
Onomatopoeia for a large amount of water gushing out forcefully.
バケツの水をドバッとまいた。
I threw the bucket of water with a whoosh.
Describe the swift, smooth movement of an object or person, often with a whooshing sound implied.
Adverb meaning quickly, suddenly, or with a swift motion. Often used for actions done in a flash.
彼はサッと立ち上がった。
He stood up with a whoosh.
Adverb for smooth, gliding motion, like sliding or moving effortlessly.
ドアがスーッと開いた。
The door opened with a whoosh.
Onomatopoeia for a quick, sharp movement, like a whip or a fast object passing by.
ボールがシュッと飛んでいった。
The ball flew by with a whoosh.