This is the 9022nd most frequent Swedish word.
dunkade
"Dunkade" means "pounded" or "thumped" in English.
In this sentence, "dunkade" is used to describe the pounding movement and sound associated with the heart beating intensely.
Hjärtat dunkade hårt av rädsla.
The heart pounded strongly out of fear.
Here, "dunkade" represents repeated hitting against an object, emphasizing the action of creating a loud impact.
Han dunkade på dörren för att påkalla uppmärksamhet.
He pounded on the door to draw attention.
In this case, "dunkade" illustrates the rhythmic and heavy sound of drums being played.