丸み

まるみ
Alternative writings: 丸味, 円味, 円み
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1

The quality or degree of being round; the rounded shape or rotundness of an object.

Noun

Examples

新しいソファは角がなくて丸みがあるので、子供がぶつかっても安全だ。

The new sofa has no sharp corners and has a roundness to it, so it's safe if a child bumps into it.

ガラスの器は丸みを帯びたデザインだ。

The glass bowl has a rounded design.

丘はなだらかな丸みを帯びて続いていた。

The hills continued on with gentle roundness.

2

Mellowness or maturity — a rounded, smooth quality in taste, sound, or expression (softness, richness).

Noun

Examples

このワインは丸みがあって飲みやすい。

This wine has a mellowness to it and is easy to drink.

彼の話し方には丸みがあり、聞き手を安心させる。

His way of speaking has a softness to it that puts listeners at ease.

この料理は丸みのある味付けで子供にも人気だ。

This dish has a rounded flavoring and is popular with children.

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