also: ぶすかわ
na-adjective
Slang term describing something or someone that is technically unattractive but still endearing or charming. Often used for pets, characters, or people with unconventional looks.
この犬、ブサカワでめっちゃ癒される。
This dog is so ugly-cute, it's really soothing.
あのキャラ、ブサカワすぎて人気なんだよね。
That character is so adorably ugly that it's popular.
Portmanteau of ブサイク (busai-ku, 'ugly') or ブス (busu, 'ugly woman') and カワイイ (kawaii, 'cute'). Emerged in youth slang.