na-adjective, adverb, noun
crispy; crunchy
Describes a light, brittle texture that breaks with a sharp sound, like fresh vegetables or fried food.
このレタスはパリパリしていて新鮮だ。
This lettuce is crispy and fresh.
パリパリの天ぷらが食べたい。
I want to eat crunchy tempura.
na-adjective, adverb, noun
Mimics the sound of paper, cloth, or similar material being torn or ripped apart.
紙をパリパリと破る音がした。
I heard the sound of paper being torn.
na-adjective, noun
Describes a person's lively, brisk, or no-nonsense manner; often used for someone who works efficiently and with energy.
彼女はパリパリした性格で、仕事が早い。
She has a brisk personality and works quickly.
na-adjective, noun
crisp (clothing, bill); brand-new and high quality; well-starched
Used for new, stiff, or freshly starched clothing, or for a crisp, unwrinkled banknote.
パリパリのワイシャツを着て出かけた。
I went out wearing a crisp dress shirt.
お札がパリパリで、まだ新しい。
The bill is crisp and still new.
Onomatopoeic word mimicking a light, sharp cracking or tearing sound. The exact origin is uncertain.