Japanese word

丸々

Pronunciation

Romajimarumaru

Meaning

  • adverbchubby

Example

その猫は丸々としています。so no neko wa maru maru to shi te i ma su

That cat is chubby.

Illustration for 丸々 (chubby)

More examples

運動を始めて、丸々としていた体が少し引き締まりました。un dō o haji me te maru maru to shi te i ta karada ga suko shi hi ki shi ma ri ma shi ta

After I started exercising, my once-plump figure became a little more toned.

Core concept

Describes a body or appearance that has a noticeably rounded, full shape rather than a thin one.

Common phrases

  • 丸々としているmaru maru to shi te i ru

    be plump

  • 丸々と太るmaru maru to futo ru

    grow plump

  • 丸々と肥えるmaru maru to ko e ru

    grow stout

Similar words

ぽっちゃりpotchari: Describes a body that is somewhat fat and rounded.
ふっくらfukkura: Describes a body or appearance that is softly full and rounded.
ころころkorokoro: Describes a body or appearance that is round and plump, often with a cute impression.

Definition in Japanese

体つきなどがふっくらと丸みを帯びているさま。karada tsu ki na do ga fu kku ra to maru mi o o bi te i ru sa ma

Word origin

The native Japanese word 丸々 (marumaru) repeats 丸 (maru, "circle" or "round shape"), using repetition to emphasize a fully rounded appearance.

Usage tips

  • When used about a person, 丸々 (marumaru) can sound affectionate in a familiar context, but it still draws attention to the person's body shape.

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