バタン
Meanings
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adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Onomatopoeia for a heavy, sudden impact sound, often used with と (バタンと). Covers slamming doors, falling objects, or crashing noises.
The door slammed shut with a bang.
The book fell onto the desk with a thud.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉がバタンと閉まるfor something to slam shut with a bang
The door slammed shut with a bang from the strong wind.
- バタンと倒れるto fall over with a thud
He collapsed with a thud from exhaustion and fell asleep.
- バタンと音を立てるto make a loud slamming or banging sound
The book made a loud bang when it was closed.