adverb taking the 'to' particle, adverb, noun
Onomatopoeic word for a loud, heavy impact or explosion sound. Often used adverbially with と.
ドアがガーンと閉まった。
The door slammed shut with a bang.
頭をぶつけてガーンとした。
I hit my head and it went 'wham'.
interjection
Oh my God!; What a shock!
Manga slang interjection expressing shock, dismay, or sudden realization. Often used humorously or dramatically.
ガーン！財布を忘れた。
Oh no! I forgot my wallet.
テストの点数を見てガーンとなった。
I was shocked when I saw my test score.
Hiragana variant, also used.
Hiragana spelling without long vowel mark.
Onomatopoeic/mimetic word; the exact origin is uncertain.