noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective
hot and fresh; steaming; just cooked
Describes food that is freshly made and still hot, often with a sense of appealing warmth. Used with の or な.
ほやほやのパンは最高だ。
Freshly baked, hot bread is the best.
鍋からほやほやの餃子
I ate steaming gyoza straight from the pan.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective
brand-new; freshly minted; just out of
Used for people or things that are very new in a role or state, such as a recent graduate or newlywed. Often carries a warm, slightly amused tone.
彼は大学を出たばかりのほやほやの新人だ。
He's a brand-new employee fresh out of university.
ほやほやの新婚夫婦が隣に引っ越してきた。
A newlywed couple, still fresh and dewy, moved in next door.