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thump-thump

interjectioncoloquial/tɾuʃ tɾuʃ/rare

truz-·truz

Definition

Onomatopoeia representing the sound of heavy footsteps, thuds, or a repetitive, monotonous noise.
A thump-thump was heard in the hallway, as if someone was approaching.
The old engine went thump-thump before stopping.

Etymology

Onomatopeia que imita um som repetitivo e pesado, como passos ou batidas.