taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Describes a person, especially a woman, or an object that is slender, elegant, and tasteful. Often used in literary or formal contexts. Functions as a taru-adjective, commonly appearing as 楚々とした or 楚々と.
Everyone was captivated by her graceful demeanor.
The vase had a neat, elegant shape that suited the room well.
Alternate spelling without the repetition mark; less common but still encountered.
From Chinese 楚楚, originally describing something orderly or neat and later, especially of a person, delicate and graceful.