Onomatopoeia
Japanese meaning of ガキン
Reading:
Voice sample:
がきん (gakin)
English Translation:
clang, clash, KLANG
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
Describes the sharp, metallic clashing sound—swords, metal weapons, armor.
日本語で読む
金属同士がぶつかる、剣の打ち合いの音。
Cultural Context:
Classic for sword fights or armor battles in manga/anime.
日本語で読む
剣戟や鎧バトルで必ず出る効果音。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
Used as a sound effect or adverb before verbs; “ガキンと弾く”.
日本語で読む
効果音や動詞の前の副詞として使う。
Trap for English Speakers
Not “gakin” as slang.
日本語で読む
“餓鬼（がき）”と混同注意。
Example
Example 1Basic Example
剣と剣がガキンとぶつかった。
The swords clashed with a metallic clang.
Example 2Applied Example
必殺技をガキンと受け止める！
The special attack was blocked with a sharp sound.
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