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ばちっと

bachitto

Sharp electric spark or snap

The crisp, sharp sound of an electric spark, static discharge, or a forceful snap. A quick, startling crack of energy.

💡Used for static electricity shocks, electrical sparks, or sharp snapping sounds.

Example

冬の乾燥した日にドアノブを触ったらばちっと静電気が走った。

I got a sharp static shock when I touched the doorknob on a dry winter day.

Quiz yourself

When I touched the metal railing, static electricity went ___.

金属の手すりに触れたら___と静電気が走った。

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Intermediate