adverb taking the 'to' particle
glugging; drinking deeply
Mimetic word describing the sound or motion of drinking in large gulps, often with a sense of enjoyment or thirst.
彼はビールをこくんこくんと飲み干した。
He glugged down the beer.
adverb taking the 'to' particle
nodding deeply
Mimetic word for nodding the head repeatedly and deeply, often indicating strong agreement or drowsiness.
彼は話を聞きながら、こくんこくんとうなずいた。
He nodded deeply as he listened to the story.