尻が軽い · i-adjective
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 尻が軽い | 尻が軽くない |
| Polite | 尻が軽いです | 尻が軽くないですalso 尻が軽くありません |
| Past polite | 尻が軽かったです | 尻が軽くなかったですalso 尻が軽くありませんでした |
| Past | 尻が軽かった | 尻が軽くなかった |
| Te-form | 尻が軽くて | 尻が軽くなくて |
| Adverbial | 尻が軽く | |
| Conditional | 尻が軽ければ | 尻が軽くなければ |
| Tara conditional | 尻が軽かったら | 尻が軽くなかったら |
light on one's feet; quick to act; fast
Describes someone who moves or acts quickly, without hesitation. Often used positively for briskness, but can imply restlessness.
He's quick to act, so he came to help right away.
That salesman is always on the move, constantly out making rounds.
Used when someone acts without thinking, often leading to mistakes or trouble. Carries a negative nuance of impulsiveness.
Being rash, he signed the contract without thinking it through.
Such thoughtless remarks are a recipe for trouble.
Specifically refers to a woman who is sexually promiscuous or easily has affairs. Considered vulgar and derogatory; use with caution.
There's a rumor going around that she's promiscuous.
Watch out for that woman; she's loose.