Japanese Mimetic Words: Doki Doki どきどき

Japanese Mimetic Words: Doki Doki どきどき – Review Notes

Today we learned another Japanese Mimetic Word! Do you know what どきどき (dokidoki) means? It is often used in Japanese anime and manga!

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★　Today we learned another Japanese Mimetic Word.

★　Mimetic Words are words that mimic sounds, feelings, or senses (learn more)

★　Today’s mimetic word is どきどき (dokidoki). It is also often written using katakana: ドキドキ

★　ドキドキ (dokidoki) is a word that mimics the sound of a beating heart.

★　It is used to describe physical/emotional excitement or racing of the heart.

★　It can indicate that someone is thrilled, excited, or nervous.

★　Something that might make your heart go ドキドキ (dokidoki) is talking to someone that you like.

★　You might also feel ドキドキ (dokidoki) when you have to perform in front of a large crowd.

★　The word ドキドキ (dokidoki) is used a lot in romance anime and manga.

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Some songs that say ドキドキ (dokidoki) in them:

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Conclusion:

Today we learned about the Japanese mimetic word ドキドキ (dokidoki). What makes you ドキドキ (dokidoki)? Leave a comment below!

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