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plain
な-AdjectiveNounAdverb

Definitions

  1. 1. plain
  2. 2. simple
  3. 3. reserved (behaviour, attitude, etc.)
  4. 4. quite
A な-adjective describing something plain, understated, or modest in appearance or character. It can refer to clothing, personality, or design that lacks flashiness, and may carry either a neutral or slightly negative nuance depending on context.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Ugh, another whole day of boring tasks!

Sentence 2

I'm officially sick of how dull my room's wallpaper is!

Sentence 3

She said, "I just hope the quiet happiness keeps going."

Sentence 4

She said she likes plain guys — seriously?

Sentence 5

Okay but, do you think this outfit is too plain?