noun
hairpin curve; hairpin turn
Refers to a very sharp bend in a road, resembling the shape of a hairpin. Common in driving and cycling contexts.
山道にはヘアピンカーブがいくつもある。
There are several hairpin curves on the mountain road.
ヘアピンカーブを曲がるときはスピードを落としてください。
Please slow down when going around a hairpin curve.
Variant spelling with interpunct; less common but still seen.
A general curve or bend; ヘアピンカーブ specifically refers to a very sharp, hairpin-like bend.
Loanword from English 'hairpin curve', combining 'hairpin' and 'curve'.