JLPT N3 Intermediate
パチパチ
Crackling sounds, clapping hands, or rapid blinking.
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Other forms
ぱちぱち hiragana
1 Adverb (often with と), Suru verb (パチパチする)
Crackling / Popping
Describes sharp, rhythmic snapping sounds caused by combustion, electrical discharge, or bursting bubbles.
Example
たき火 が パチパチ と 音 を 立てて いる 。
The bonfire is making a crackling sound.
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2 Adverb (often with と), Suru verb (パチパチする)
Clapping / Applause
Mimics the repetitive sound of palms striking together to show approval.
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3 Adverb (often with と), Suru verb (パチパチする)
Blinking Rapidly
Depicts the visual action of opening and closing the eyelids in rapid succession.
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