ゴトゴト

Alternative writings: ごとごと
Frequency:
1

An onomatopoeic word for a repetitive clattering or rumbling sound (e.g., a rattling vehicle or machine).

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Onomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

古いトラックが道を走るとゴトゴトと大きな音がする。

An old truck makes a loud rumbling/clattering noise when it runs down the road.

夜中に家の外で何か金属がゴトゴト鳴っていて眠れなかった。

Something metallic was clattering outside the house at night and I couldn't sleep.

機械の調子が悪くて、運転中ゴトゴトと振動が続いた。

The machine was in poor condition and kept rattling during operation.

2

An onomatopoeia for the sound of something boiling or simmering (e.g., a pot making bubbling/rumbling noises).

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Onomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

鍋が弱火でもゴトゴトと音を立て始めたので、火を少し弱めた。

The pot started to make a rumbling sound even on low heat, so I reduced the flame a bit.

スープがゴトゴトと煮えていて、いい匂いがしてきた。

The soup was simmering and making bubbling sounds, and it started to smell good.