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Texture & Touch

むちむち

muchi-muchi

Plump and firm (flesh/dough)

Pleasantly plump and firm to the touch, with a healthy fullness. Used for skin, body, or dough that's satisfyingly thick and supple.

💡Used for a baby's plump cheeks, firm dough, thick udon noodles, or healthy plump skin.

Example

赤ちゃんのむちむちした太ももが可愛い。

The baby's plump, firm little thighs are adorable.

Quiz yourself

The handmade udon noodles were ___ and satisfyingly thick.

手打ちうどんが___で食べ応えがあった。

plumpfirmthicksupplehealthy
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