VocabJLPT N4
cute
い-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. cute
  2. 2. adorable
  3. 3. dear
  4. 4. innocent
An adjective meaning "cute," "adorable," or "sweet," used to describe something or someone charming and endearing. It is one of the most commonly used adjectives in everyday Japanese, applied to people, animals, objects, and even behaviors. It can also carry the nuance of something being small and lovable.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I found a cute outfit and ended up buying it.

Sentence 2

Wait, this is cute? I honestly can't tell.

Sentence 3

Which photo do you think looks the cutest?

Sentence 4

If I went with this color, do you think it'd look cuter?

Sentence 5

That dog is really cute, isn't it.