ぴゅう

Alternative writings: ぴゅん, ピュウッ, ピュー
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An onomatopoeic word for a whooshing, whizzing, or whistling sound (used for fast-moving objects, wind, or whistles).

Adverb Taking 'と'Onomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

弾が耳のそばをぴゅうと通り過ぎた。

A bullet whizzed past my ear.

夜風が窓の隙間をぴゅうと吹き抜けた。

The night wind whooshed through the gap in the window.

子どもの笛がぴゅうと鳴った。

The child's whistle went 'pyuu'.

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