kiririto
The body or facial expression tightening with determination or focus. きりりとした表情 (a sharp, resolute expression), きりりと引き締まった顔 (a taut, disciplined face). Conveys crisp alertness and self-discipline.
💡Used for a disciplined posture, a determined facial expression, or the body tensing with focus.
剣道の試合前、きりりとした表情で構えた。
Before the kendo match, he took his stance with a taut, focused expression.
The chef's ___ expression showed his intense concentration.
料理人の___とした表情は、集中力の高さを物語っていた。