Here’s a list of common sound effects (SFX) and their variations across different languages in manga and comics. The sounds may be written differently depending on cultural expressions and the way each language interprets sound.

1. Explosions

• English:BOOM!/BANG!

  • Japanese:ドカーン!(Dokan!)/バン!(Ban!)

• French:BOUM!/PAN!

• Spanish:¡BOOM!/¡BANG!

2. Footsteps

 + **English:**Taptap/Stepstep

   + **Japanese:**コツコツ(Kotsukotsu)/トコトコ(Tokotoko)

 + **French:**Toctoc/Pafpaf

 + **Spanish:**Toctoc/Tactac

3. Heartbeat

• English:Thumpthump

• Japanese:ドキドキ(Dokidoki)

• French:Boumboum

• Spanish:Pumpum

4. Running

• English:Dash/Zoom

• Japanese:ダダダダ(Dadadada)

• French:Vroum/Zoum

• Spanish:Runrun/¡Corre!

5. Animal Sounds

Cat Meowing

• English:Meow

• Japanese:ニャー(Nyaa)

• French:Miaou

• Spanish:Miau

Dog Barking

• English:Woof/Bark

• Japanese:ワンワン(Wanwan)

• French:Ouafouaf

• Spanish:Guauguau

6. Laughing

• English:Haha/Hehe

  • Japanese:ハハハ(Hahaha)/フフフ(Fufufu)

• French:Haha/Héhé

• Spanish:Jajaja

7. Crying

+ **English:**Sobsob/Waaah

  + **Japanese:**しくしく(Shikushiku)/わーん(Waan)

+ **French:**Snifsnif/Bouhou

+ **Spanish:**Buaah/Snifsnif

8. Punching/Impact

• English:Pow/Smash

  • Japanese:ドカッ(Doka)/バキッ(Baki)

• French:Paf/Boum

• Spanish:¡Pum!/¡Zas!

9. Opening Door

• English:Creak/Squeak

• Japanese:ギィー(Gii)

• French:Crac/Crrr

• Spanish:Creak/Cric

10. Wind

• English:Whoosh

  • Japanese:ヒューヒュー(Hyuuhyuu)

  • French:Souffle/Fffft

  • Spanish:Fffuu/Vuuu

11. Falling

• English:Thud/Crash

  • Japanese:ドサッ(Dosa)/ガシャン(Gashan)

• French:Patatras/Paf

• Spanish:¡Paf!/¡Cataplum!

12. Water Splash

• English:Splash

• Japanese:ザブーン(Zabun)

• French:Plouf

  • Spanish:Splash/Plaf

13. Sleeping/ Snoring

• English:Zzz

  + **Japanese:**スースー(Suusuu)/グーグー(Guuguu)
  

  • French:Ronpchi/Zzz

  • Spanish:Zzz/Rrr

14. Phone Ringing

• English:Ringring

• Japanese:リーン(Riin)

• French:Dring/Brrring

• Spanish:Riiing

15. Slicing/Cutting

• English:Slash

• Japanese:スパッ(Supa)

• French:Chlac/Fshht

• Spanish:¡Zas!/¡Slash!

16. Gunshot

• English:Bang/Blam

• Japanese:バン(Ban)

• French:Pan!/Boum!

• Spanish:¡Pum!/¡Bang!

17. Silence

• English:…

• Japanese:シーン(Shiiin)

• French:Chut/Silence

• Spanish:…/Silencio

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In Clip Studio Paint (CSP), structuring sound effect (SFX) text can enhance the mood and action of your manga. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to structure sound effect text effectively:

1. Choose the Right Font:

• Pick a font that matches the emotion or action of the sound effect. For example, a bold, jagged font for loud, explosive sounds (like "BOOM!") or a softer, cursive style for more gentle sounds (like "whisper").

o Tip: CSP has built-in fonts, but you can import custom fonts to suit your needs.

2. Create a New Text Layer:

• Go to the Text Tool and create a new text layer. This ensures your SFX can be edited and moved independently of your artwork.

• Write the onomatopoeia in this layer (e.g., "BANG!", "whoosh").

3. Adjust Text Size and Positioning:

• Size matters for sound effects! A loud sound like "CRASH!" would typically be large and bold, taking up more space on the page. A softer sound like "tap tap" would be smaller and lighter.

• Position the text in a way that matches the flow of the action. Place it near the source of the sound or along the path of movement.

4. Transform the Text:

                                 + •UsetheTransformtool(CtrlT)torotate,skew,orenlargethesoundeffectforaddeddynamism.Thisisespeciallyusefulforactionsceneswhereyouwantthetexttoappearasthoughit’spartofthemotion.

• You can also adjust perspective to make the text feel like it's integrated into the environment (for example, a "whoosh" text stretching along with a fast movement).

5. Add Special Effects to the Text:

• Go to Layer Properties and explore different effects:

o Outline: Add an outline to make the text pop. Use thicker outlines for stronger sounds.

o Gradient Fill: Apply a gradient for more visual impact, especially for magical or ethereal sounds.

o Blur Effects: Slight blurs can give the illusion of soft or distant sounds.

• For action-packed moments, consider adding motion blur to the text to emphasize speed.

6. Layer and Blend with Background:

• Use layer blending modes to integrate the SFX into the scene. For instance, if the text is overlaid on a bright background, try using a darker overlay or shadow to make it stand out.

7. Consider Letter Spacing and Arrangement:

• For stretched-out sounds (e.g., "creeeeak"), increase the letter spacing or arrange the letters in a wave-like shape to visually represent the sound.

• You can manually move each letter by converting the text into Vector Layer and adjusting the placement for creative arrangements.

8. Hand-Drawn Effect (Optional):

• For a more organic feel, you can hand-draw the sound effect on a separate layer using brushes that mimic traditional inking styles.

o CSP offers brush tools that can replicate calligraphy or ink, adding a personal touch to the sound effect.