たん

suffix

diminutive suffix for names

A familiar, often feminine suffix attached to personal names or nicknames to express affection or cuteness. Similar to ちゃん but more casual and playful.

See also: ちゃん

• あかりたん、今日きょうもかわいいね。

  Akari-tan, you're cute today too.

suffix

diminutive adjective ending

Attached to the stem of an adjective (often slang or casual) to create a playful, affectionate, or cutesy version. Common in online and otaku culture. Example: やばい → やばたん.

• このゲーム、むずたんだよね。