Shibui

JLPT N1

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渋い (Shibui) is a Japanese i-adjective meaning “astringent, bitter, puckery, rough”.

Meanings

  1. i-adjectiveastringent; bitter; puckery; rough; harsh; tart
  2. i-adjectiveaustere; elegant (and unobtrusive); refined; quiet (and simple); sober; sombre
  3. i-adjectivesour (look); glum; grim; sullen; sulky
  4. i-adjectivestingy; tight-fisted

Examples

  • For my tastes, I'd prefer plainer, or rather, more tasteful clothing.

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Kanji in 渋い

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