じゃーん

Alternative writings: ジャーン, じゃん, ジャン
Frequency:
1

An interjection used to present something with emphasis or surprise—equivalent to "ta-dah!" or "voilà!".

Interjection

Examples

ケーキをテーブルに出して、みんなに向かって「じゃーん!」と言った。

I put the cake on the table and said "ta-dah!" to everyone.

プレゼントの箱を開けて、じゃーんと中身を見せた。

I opened the gift box and exclaimed "ta-dah!" as I showed what was inside.

子どもが手品を見せるとき、決めゼリフはいつも「じゃーん」だ。

When kids show magic tricks, their catchphrase is always "ta-dah!"

2

An onomatopoeic adverb expressing a clash, crash, or bang; often used with the particle と (e.g., じゃーんと).

Adverb Taking 'と'Onomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

箱が床に落ちて、じゃーんと大きな音がした。

The box fell to the floor and there was a loud crash—"jaaan!"

ドアが閉まるときに、じゃーんと衝撃が伝わった。

When the door closed there was a thudding bang.

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