Translation guide
Describes something sticky, adhesive, or having a glue-like consistency. In Japanese, this is expressed through various adjectives and descriptive phrases depending on the texture and context.
Describing a surface or substance that is sticky and tends to adhere to things, similar to glue.
A common and neutral way to say 'gluey' or 'adhesive'. Literally 'having adhesive properties'. Suitable for describing tapes, labels, or substances.
このテープは粘着性がある。
This tape is gluey/sticky.
An onomatopoeic verb meaning 'to be sticky' or 'tacky'. Often used for unpleasant stickiness, like sweaty skin or a sticky floor. Can also describe gluey textures.
Describing a liquid or semi-solid that is thick and viscous, resembling glue in texture.
Describes a thick, muddy, or syrupy consistency. Often used for liquids that have become thick and gluey, like overcooked porridge or thick paint.
スープがどろどろになった。
The soup became gluey/thick.
Means 'having viscosity' or 'thick'. A more neutral/positive term often used in cooking to describe a desirable thick texture, like a sauce.
My hands are gluey/sticky.
Onomatopoeic verb for a gooey, slimy stickiness, like natto or okra. Can be used for gluey substances that are thick and stringy.
この液体はねばねばしている。
This liquid is gluey/gooey.
このソースはとろみがある。
This sauce is gluey/thick.