A twist or spin; the action or result of twisting something physically.
タオルをよく捻り、水気を切った。
I twisted the towel well to squeeze out the water.
このねじは捻りを加えると外れる。
If you apply a twist, this screw will come off.
彼は捻りを効かせた投球で三振を奪った。
He struck out the batter with a pitch that had a lot of spin.
A clever twist; ingenuity or sophistication in style—an original touch or tasteful refinement.
その脚本には面白い捻りがあって最後まで飽きさせない。
That script has an interesting twist that keeps you engaged until the end.
料理に小さな捻りを加えるだけで印象が変わる。
Just adding a small creative twist to a dish can change its impression.
そのジョークには捻りが利いていて笑いが起こった。
The joke had a clever twist and caused laughter.
A monetary offering or tip wrapped in paper (like 'ohineri'), given as a small gift or gratuity, especially at performances.
観客は舞台に捻りを投げて声援を送った。
The audience tossed tips onto the stage to show their support.
伝統芸能では、終演後に捻りを渡すことがある。
In traditional performing arts, people sometimes give monetary offerings after the performance.
In sumo, a twisting throw—a type of throw where the opponent is twisted and thrown.
あの力士は終盤で捻りを繰り出し、勝利を収めた。
That rikishi executed a twisting throw in the final moments and secured the win.