noun
standing on tiptoes; tiptoe stance
Refers to the act or state of standing with the heels raised, balancing on the balls of the feet. Often used in contexts like ballet, reaching for something, or trying to be quiet.
See also: 爪先立つ
彼女は爪先立ちでバレエの練習をした。
She practiced ballet on tiptoes.
I couldn't reach the high shelf, so I stood on tiptoes.