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highish
の-Adjectiveな-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. highish
  2. 2. somewhat high
  3. 3. somewhat expensive
  4. 4. wait tile which produces a winning hand with a higher score
This word means "on the higher side" or "somewhat high," used to describe something that is relatively elevated in degree, price, or level compared to a standard. The め suffix softens the meaning, making it a rough approximation rather than an absolute statement.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We'll be keeping the alert level on the higher side for the time being.

Sentence 2

This pasta is pretty salty — perfect for washing down wine.

Sentence 3

I made the curry extra spicy tonight and now I can't stop sweating!

Sentence 4

I turned up the entryway light and now there are bugs everywhere!

Sentence 5

This soup was way too hot — I burned my tongue!