Bijin (美人)
Definition
Bijin refers to a beautiful woman. It emphasizes physical attractiveness and can also imply elegance and gracefulness.
Related terms
Bishōnen (美少年): Bishōnen refers to a beautiful young man with delicate features often associated with an attractive appearance in Japanese media.
Utsukushii (美しい): Utsukushii means beautiful in general terms. It can be used to describe various objects or scenery apart from people.
Kirei (きれい): Kirei signifies beauty but has broader applications beyond physical appearance. It can also refer to cleanliness or tidiness.
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AP Japanese - 3.1 Japanese Beauty and Aesthetics
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