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What does 粋 (すい, sui) mean?

粋 (すい, sui) means essence, the finest part; chic, stylish.

Quick facts
Readingすい
Romajisui
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)N1
すい
N1 · estimated, JLPT frameworksui

essence, the finest part; chic, stylish

Example sentences

  • His way of dressing is stylish.

  • This is the stylish, sophisticated culture of Edo.

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Entries, readings and English glosses: JMdict — Electronic Dictionary Research and Development Group (EDRDG), licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Example sentences and their translations written by GoMe.

Voice: VOICEVOX Nemo.

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