Japanese

かるい
Meaning: light; not heavy; minor; easy
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

軽
い

Example sentences

Since the luggage is light, I can carry it by myself.
彼は他の車と軽い接触事故を起こした。
He had a minor contact accident with another car.
健康のために、毎朝公園を散歩して軽い運動をしています。
For the sake of health, I take a walk in the park every morning and do light exercise.
疲れた足を軽くもむ。
Gently massage tired feet.
彼女は軽く会釈をして部屋を出た。
She gave a slight bow and left the room.
彼女はしつこい勧誘を軽くあしらった。
She lightly brushed off the persistent solicitation.
彼は部屋に入ってくると、軽い調子で「おは」と言った。
He greeted me with a casual 'Oha' as he came into the room.
彼は私の肩口を軽く叩いた。
He patted me lightly on the shoulder.
急に立ち上がったので、軽い眩暈がした。
I felt a slight dizziness because I stood up suddenly.
このカバンは軽くて持ち運びに便利だ。
This bag is light and convenient to carry around.

Usage Notes

Used for physical weight, as well as things that are minor or easy to do.

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