高め
Meanings
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun
somewhat high; on the high side; highish
Describes something that is a bit higher than average or expected, such as a price, level, or physical height. Often used as a noun or adjectival noun.
See also: 低め
Today's temperature is on the high side.
This shop's prices are set somewhat high.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun
somewhat expensive; on the expensive side
Specifically refers to prices being a bit high. Often used when comparing to expectations or other options.
See also: 安め
This restaurant is a bit on the expensive side, but the food is good.
mahjong: wait tile that yields a higher-scoring hand
Only when written 高目
Mahjong term. Restricted to the 高目 spelling.
If you draw the high-scoring wait tile, it becomes a baiman.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉は高めだsomething is on the high side (temperature, level, etc.)
Today's temperature is a bit higher than usual for this time of year.
- 〈数〉を高めに設定するto set a number/level a bit higher than normal
I set the air conditioner's temperature a bit higher than usual.
- 値段が高めthe price is on the expensive side
This restaurant is a bit pricey, but the food is good.