also: ぽおん
adverb taking the 'to' particle
boing; sproing; plonk
Mimics a springy, bouncy sound, like a spring or a light object bouncing.
ボールがポーンと跳ねた。
The ball bounced with a boing.
adverb taking the 'to' particle
Mimics a sharp, light popping or cracking sound, like a small object breaking or a cork popping.
枝がポーンと折れた。
The branch snapped with a crack.
adverb taking the 'to' particle
with a kick; tossing; flying through the air
Describes a light, forceful action of hitting, kicking, or tossing something, often with a sense of it flying away.
石をポーンと蹴った。
I kicked the stone, sending it flying.