ざあっ

Alternative writings: ザーッ
Frequency:
1

An onomatopoeic expression imitating the sound of a rush of water or heavy rain — the sudden pouring or splashing of water.

AdverbNounOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

急に雨が降り出して、ざあっと本降りになった。

It suddenly started raining heavily with a downpour.

滝の前に立つと水がざあっと落ちてくる音が響いた。

Standing before the waterfall, the sound of the water pouring down rang out.

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