JLPT N3 Intermediate
バタバタ
Noisy flapping, clattering, or frantic busyness
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Other forms
ばたばた hiragana
バタバタする verb form
バタバタと adverbial form
1 Adverb, Suru Verb
Flapping" / "Clattering
Represents the auditory sensation of heavy, rapid movements, such as violent flapping or noisy footsteps.
Example
子供 が 廊下 を バタバタ 走って いて うるさい 。
The child is running noisily down the hall and it's loud.
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2 Adverb, Suru Verb
Being Busy" / "Rushed
Depicts a hectic state of frantic activity or hurried commotion where one lacks mental or physical composure.
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3 Adverb
One After Another
Describes the action of multiple people or objects falling over, collapsing, or failing in rapid succession.
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