How to say dainty in Japanese

せんさいsensai Inflection

adjectival noun / noun:

  • dainty; delicate (e.g. fingers); fine; slim
  • sensitive; delicate (feelings, sense, etc.); subtle

Example Sentences

男の子otokonokode食べ物tabemononiうるさいurusainoha少ないsukunai
Few boys are dainty about their food.

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