とんとんと（とんとんと）
JLPT N1 · noun
Meaning: with a tap-tap sound
Example sentences
- ドアをとんとんとたたく。 — Knock lightly on the door.
- 肩をとんとんとたたく。 — Give a gentle tap on the shoulder.
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