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ぼってり

botteri

Thick / plump

Having a thick, heavy, or padded appearance. Can describe thick lips, a chunky ceramic pot, or heavy makeup.

💡Traditional pottery with thick walls — 'The tea bowl had a botteri shape that felt good in your hands.'

Example

ぼってりとした唇が特徴的だ。

Her botteri thick lips are her distinctive feature.

Quiz yourself

The handmade clay pot had a charming ___ shape.

手作りの陶器は○○とした形が魅力的だった。

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