adverb, noun
drumming sound; sound of a drum
Mimetic word for the rhythmic beating of a drum, especially a hand drum or taiko. Often used in children's songs or to describe a lively drumming sound.
太鼓をぽんぽこと叩く。
Beat the drum with a ponpoko sound.
na-adjective
stuffed; full to bursting
Describes a stomach that is completely full, often after eating a large meal. Used with お腹がぽんぽこだ or similar expressions.
食べ過ぎてお腹がぽんぽこだ。
I ate too much and my stomach is stuffed.