いかつい

い

か

つ

い

Freq.FrequencyTop 50,000

Meanings

1

i-adjective

stern; grim; rough; rugged; forbidding; overbearing; square (shoulders)

usually written using kana alone

Describes a person's appearance, expression, or build as intimidating, harsh, or rugged. Often used for a stern face, a burly physique, or an imposing presence. The gloss 'square (shoulders)' refers to a broad, solid build.

彼かれはいかつい顔かおを

し

て

いる

が

、

実じつ

は

優やさ

しい

。

He has a stern face, but he's actually kind.

そのボディーガードはいかつい体たい格かくだった。

The bodyguard had a rugged build.