noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
Describes hair, fur, or bristles that are messy, sticking out, or not combed. Often used with 髪 (hair).
朝起きたら髪がボサボサだった。
When I woke up, my hair was all ruffled.
ブラシの毛先がボサボサになってきた。
The bristles of the brush have become frayed.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
idling; dawdling; dilly-dallying
Describes spending time lazily or without purpose. Often used with する or as an adverb.
休みの日は家でボサボサしている。
On my days off, I just laze around at home.
ボサボサしないで早く準備しなさい。
Stop dawdling and get ready quickly.