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Definition and meaning of 大人しい - おとなしい in Japanese

おとなしい大人しい
otonashii

N4

1.gentle, quiet, subdued

Adjective

彼はおとなしい人です。
He is a gentle person.
おとなしい大人しい
otonashii

N4

1.calm and obedient, with a gentle demeanor.

I-adjective (keiyoushi)

彼女は大人しい性格で、いつも他人に優しい。
She has a gentle personality and is always kind to others.
その子犬は大人しいので、家族に愛されている。
The puppy is quiet, so it is loved by the family.
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2.quiet and restrained in behavior or demeanor.

I-adjective (keiyoushi)

彼女の服装は大人しい色合いで、落ち着いた印象を与える。
Her outfit has quiet colors, giving off a calm impression.
この部屋のインテリアは大人しいパターンで、シンプルなデザインだ。
The interior of this room has sober patterns, with a simple design.
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