paukkua — meaning in English

English meaning

• bang noun A sudden loud noise, such as an explosion or a hard impact.
• beat verb To hit repeatedly, or to defeat someone in a contest.

Senses

paukkua is used for these senses in English:

• bang (intransitive) To make sudden loud noises, and often repeatedly, especially by exploding or hitting something.
• beat To make a sound when struck.

bang — full definition

1. noun A sudden loud noise, such as an explosion or a hard impact.
2. verb To hit something hard, often producing a loud noise.
3. noun In plural, a fringe of hair cut straight across the forehead (chiefly US).

beat — full definition

1. verb To hit repeatedly, or to defeat someone in a contest.
2. verb To mix ingredients rapidly, usually with a whisk or spoon.
3. noun A regular rhythmic pulse, especially in music.
4. noun A journalist's or police officer's regular area of responsibility or patrol.
5. adj Informal: completely exhausted.

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