地味

(2 entries)
じみ
JLPT:N2
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1

Plain, simple, or subdued in appearance; not flashy (used for colors, designs, clothing, etc.).

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

彼女はいつも地味な服を選ぶ。

She always chooses plain/clas­sic clothes.

地味な色のコートが冬には重宝する。

A subdued-colored coat is useful in winter.

派手なデザインより地味なほうが好みだ。

I prefer plain over flashy designs.

2

Reserved or modest behavior; unobtrusive and quiet manner or personality.

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

彼は地味な性格で、目立ちたがらない。

He has a modest personality and doesn't like to stand out.

彼女は派手ではなく地味に振る舞うタイプだ。

She's the type to act modestly rather than flamboyantly.

3

Colloquial adverb 'jimi ni' meaning 'a bit/quite' in the sense of subtly, modestly, or surprisingly (can be positive or negative).

AdverbColloquial

Examples

このアプリは地味に便利だ。

This app is quietly useful.

その映画は地味に面白くて最後まで見てしまった。

That movie was surprisingly interesting in a subtle way, and I watched it to the end.

彼の発言は地味に場を和ませた。

His remark subtly lightened the mood.

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