あっさり

Alternative writings: アッサリ
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

Easily, readily, or flatly (e.g., to refuse or to win easily); indicating something done without fuss or complication.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼はあっさりと提案を断った。

He turned down the proposal flatly.

問題をあっさり解いてしまった。

He solved the problem easily.

あの店は値段を聞くとあっさり教えてくれる。

If you ask the price at that shop, they'll tell you readily.

2

Lightly seasoned, plain, or simple (of food, makeup, clothing); not rich or heavy.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

このラーメンはあっさりしていて食べやすい。

This ramen is light and easy to eat.

彼女はメイクをあっさりさせるのが好きだ。

She likes to keep her makeup simple.

あっさりしたデザインの服が好みだ。

I prefer clothes with a simple design.

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