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[すい()]
sui
noun, na adjective

English Meaning(s) for 粋

noun
  1. essence; the best; cream
na adjective, noun
  1. chic; smart; stylish; tasteful; refined; sophisticated
  2. considerate; understanding; thoughtful; tactful
  3. familiar with worldly pleasures (esp. sexual relations, geisha districts and red-light districts)

Definition and Synonyms for 粋

Considerate showing concern for the rights and feelings of others
Synonyms: いき, いく, ,
Voguish elegant and stylish
Synonyms: いなす, いなせ, シック, おしゃれ, スマート, かっこいい, かっこよい, スタイリッシュ, , , 小粋, , 瀟洒, ,
Romantic expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance
Synonyms: 好色, 浮く, 浮いた, , , 色っぽい, 艶っぽい
Understanding characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy
Synonyms: ,
Swank elegance by virtue of being fashionable
Synonyms: 偉がる, 決定版, ,

Meanings for each kanji in 粋

» chic; style; purity; essence; pith; cream; elite; choice

Categories 粋 is a member of

Elegance a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 粋

Sample Sentences for 粋

He has tasted the bitters and sweets of life.

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