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ぺちんと

pechinto

Light slap or pat

A light, flat smacking sound and feeling—a gentle disciplinary tap or playful slap that stings slightly but isn't serious.

💡Used for a parent's gentle warning tap, playfully slapping someone's hand, or a light smack on the cheek.

Example

いたずらをした子供の手をぺちんと叩いた。

I gave a light slap on the mischievous child's hand.

Quiz yourself

She ___ slapped his hand as he reached for the last cookie.

最後のクッキーに手を伸ばした彼の手を○○と叩いた。

slaplighttapplayfulstinging
Intermediate