adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Onomatopoeic word for the rhythmic metallic sound of hammering, such as a blacksmith striking metal. Often used with the particle と.
鍛冶屋からトンテンカンという音が聞こえる。
The clanging sound of hammering comes from the blacksmith's shop.
彼はトンテンカンと金槌で鉄板を叩いた。
He clanked the iron plate with a hammer.