イチャイチャ

Alternative writings: いちゃいちゃ
Frequency:
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An onomatopoeic word describing lovers being affectionate—making out, cuddling, or being lovey-dovey; can be playful or mildly disapproving.

AdverbIrregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

カフェで若い二人がずっとイチャイチャしていて、少し気まずかった。

A young couple were cuddling at the cafe the whole time, which felt a bit awkward.

公共の場でイチャイチャするのは控えてほしい。

I'd prefer if people refrained from making out in public.

映画の中で二人がイチャイチャするシーンが多かった。

There were many scenes in the movie where the two were being lovey-dovey.