太め
Meanings
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noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun
plump; on the thick side; somewhat large
Describes something as slightly thicker, plumper, or larger than average, often with a mild or positive nuance. Used for body types, objects, lines, etc. Antonym: 細め (on the thin side).
Antonyms: 細め
She has a slightly plump figure.
This pen can draw somewhat thick lines.
Usage patterns
- 太めの〈物〉a somewhat thick/plump ~
I like somewhat thick noodles.
- 〈人〉は太めだsomeone is on the plump/heavyset side
He's a bit on the heavy side.
- 太めに〈動詞〉to do something (cut, slice, etc.) somewhat thick
Cut the vegetables somewhat thick.