丸い

まるい
Alternative writings: 円い
JLPT:N5
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1

Round; circular or spherical — describing something shaped like a circle or sphere, or having rounded edges.

I-Adjective

Examples

ボールは丸い形をしている。

A ball has a round shape.

テーブルは丸い方が話しやすい。

A round table makes conversation easier.

地球は完全な球体ではないが、ほぼ丸い形をしている。

The Earth is not a perfect sphere, but it is roughly round.

2

Curved; smooth — having rounded contours or lacking sharp angles.

I-Adjective

Examples

この家具は角が丸くてけがをしにくい。

This furniture has rounded corners and is less likely to cause injuries.

丸いフォルムのスマートフォンが人気だ。

Smartphones with rounded forms are popular.

3

Harmonious; mild or amiable — describing a calm, conciliatory mood (as in 'to settle things amicably').

I-Adjective

Examples

彼は丸い人柄で、誰とでも話しやすい。

He has a gentle personality and is easy to talk to.

意見の食い違いは結局丸く収まった。

The disagreement was ultimately settled amicably.

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