also: てっかてか
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru', na-adjective
gleaming; shiny; glistening
Describes a surface that is smooth and reflects light, often with a slightly negative nuance of being overly shiny or greasy. Commonly used for skin, hair, or polished objects.
彼の額は汗でテカテカ光っていた。
His forehead was gleaming with sweat.
このパンは表面がテカテカしていて美味しそうだ。
This bread has a shiny surface and looks delicious.