also: とんがった
noun-modifying (irregular)
Describes a physical shape that is pointed or sharp, such as a nose, chin, pencil tip, or mountain peak.
See also: 尖る
He has a pointed nose.
noun-modifying (irregular)
Used for voices, words, or attitudes that are sharp, harsh, or on edge. Often implies irritation or tension.
noun-modifying (irregular)
Describes a person, attitude, or style that is deliberately provocative, radical, or anti-establishment. Often used for fashion, art, or youth culture.
noun-modifying (irregular)
cutting-edge; outstanding; superior
Used for technology, ideas, or talent that is exceptionally advanced or outstanding. Conveys a sense of being ahead of others.
Writing with a sharp pencil makes the characters look neat.
Everyone fell silent at her sharp tone.
You mustn't hurt people with harsh words.
He attracts attention with his edgy fashion.
The band's provocative lyrics are popular with young people.
This company leads the industry with its cutting-edge technology.
He is a young writer with outstanding talent.
Irregular okurigana variant; encountered but less standard.
Colloquial pronunciation variant, often written in kana.
Prenominal form of the verb 尖る (とがる), which is of native Japanese origin. The colloquial variant とんがった likely arose from emphatic or dialectal pronunciation shifts.