JLPT N3 Intermediate
ポタポタ
Dripping in small, light drops
Readings
Other forms
ぽたぽた hiragana
ボタボタ for heavier drops
ぼたぼた hiragana for heavier drops
1 Adverb (often with と), Suru verb (〜する)
Dripping" / "Trickling
Represents the sound or sight of small amounts of liquid falling in individual, light drops.
Example
蛇口 から 水 が ポタポタ 落ちて いる 。
Water is dripping from the faucet.
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2 Adverb (often with と), Suru verb (〜する)
Plopping" / "Falling heavily" (as ボタボタ)
Represents a heavier, duller dripping sound or action, typically distinguishing thick or large drops.
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