Hey,
as you know I'm German, but I love this clappping game (Hanky Panky).
Down by the banks of the Hanky Panky
Where the bullfrogs jump from bank to banky
Where the eeps, ops, sodapops
Hey Mr. Lilypad and went kerplop
Is there any meaning? I am not able to translate it..
I don't think there's any meaning to it other than the sound of the frog who jumped off the lilypad and into the water.
It sounds as if it were written mostly for the hand game, the rhythm, and the rhyme of it all. =)
Ok, We liked to plan the game, and one of the childs asked what the mesining of it is...
Thank you
Very cool
The clapping game you mentioned, known as "Hanky Panky" or "Down by the Banks," is a popular children's rhyme and game in English-speaking countries. It doesn't have a specific meaning in terms of a story or message, but it's primarily intended as a fun and rhythmic activity for kids. It involves a group of children sitting in a circle and clapping along to the rhyme while doing specific hand movements.
Regarding the lyrics you mentioned, there is no deep significance behind them. They are simply nonsensical words and phrases that fit the rhyming and rhythmic pattern of the game. The purpose of these words is to create a playful and catchy chant that children can enjoy while playing the game. Sometimes, children create their own unique variations or add silly elements to make it more fun.
If you are looking to translate these lyrics into German, it may not have a direct translation due to the specific references and nonsensical nature of the words. However, you can try to capture the spirit of the rhyme and create your own version in German that is equally fun and playful.