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Meanings
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Mimetic word for a heavy, resonant impact or explosion sound. Often used in manga, anime, and casual speech.
There was a loud bang.
The fireworks went off with a boom.
Usage patterns
- ドーンと音がするto make a booming sound
There was a booming sound in the distance.
- ドーンと爆発するto explode with a boom
The fireworks exploded with a boom.
- 〈物〉がドーンと当たるfor something to hit with a heavy thud
The ball hit the wall with a heavy thud.
- ドーンと構えるto carry oneself with bold confidence
The president always carries himself with bold confidence.