どかっと

Alternative writings: ドカッと, ドカっと
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An onomatopoeic adverb for a heavy thud or the action of plopping down forcefully; expresses a sudden, heavy impact or movement.

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼は疲れて椅子にどかっと座った。

He plopped down into the chair, tired.

箱が床にどかっと落ちた音でびっくりした。

I was startled by the thud when the box fell onto the floor.

荷物がどかっと積まれて通路がふさがれた。

The luggage was dumped in a heap and blocked the aisle.

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