ほっそり

Frequency:
1

Slim, slender — a mimetic word describing something thin and graceful (e.g., a slim figure or delicate fingers).

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼女はほっそりした体型で、ドレスがよく似合う。

She has a slim figure and looks great in dresses.

ほっそりとした指先でピアノを弾く姿が印象的だった。

Her playing with slender fingers was impressive.

冬でも彼はほっそり見えるが、健康的だ。

Even in winter he looks slim, but healthy.

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