Japanese symbol for “walla”
がや
がや
Romaji: gaya
background chatter on a film, TV show, etc.; walla; rhubard
In Japanese, walla is がや (gaya).
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Meanings
- n background chatter on a film, TV show, etc.; walla; rhubard
- n extras; background actors
Written forms: —. Readings: がや、ガヤ.
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