Korean

둥둥

둥둥
Meaning: sound of a drum; floating shape; sound used to comfort a baby
Part of Speech: Adverb, Interjection

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Example sentences

A paper boat is floating down the river.
그는 수영을 못해서 물에 들어가면 맥주병처럼 둥둥 떠다닌다.
Since he can't swim, he just floats around like a beer bottle whenever he gets in the water.

Usage Notes

A mimic word with multiple uses: the rhythmic sound of a large drum, the appearance of something floating in the air or on water, or a sound used when soothing a baby.

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