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うんうん
un'un
Description
「うんうん」は、話を聞いているときに、うなずきながら言う言葉です。
"うんうん" is a word said while nodding when listening to someone.
相手に「聞いているよ」「そうだね」と伝えたいときに、よく使います。
It is often used to show the other person "I'm listening" or "That's right."
Meanings
うんうんun'un
uh-huh; yeah (agreeing while listening)
「うんうん、わかるよ。」と友だちが言った。
"Yeah, yeah, I understand," said my friend.
うんうんun'un
nodding sound showing you are listening
母はうんうんと話を聞いてくれた。
My mother listened with a nod.
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Notes
- Etymology
reduplication of うん (casual 'yes'), the repetition adding a continuous listening or agreeing rhythm.
- Nuance
warmer and more attentive than a single うん; very casual, used with friends and family.
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