also: ぽっかぽか
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
pleasantly warm; nice and warm
Describes a comfortable, gentle warmth, often from sunlight, a room, or clothing. Commonly used with 暖かい or 陽気.
春の日差しがぽかぽかと暖かい。
The spring sunshine is pleasantly warm.
このセーターは着
This sweater feels nice and warm when you wear it.
adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
repeatedly hitting; over and over
Mimetic for the sound or action of hitting someone repeatedly, often with fists. Used with verbs like 殴る or 叩く.
彼は相手をぽかぽか殴った。
He punched the opponent repeatedly.
子供が兄弟をぽかぽか叩いている。
The child is hitting his sibling over and over.