JLPT N3 Intermediate
ふわり
Light, floating movement or soft, airy texture.
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ふうわり emphasized form
1 Adverb (often with と), Adverbial Noun (often with する)
Lightly / Gently
Describes a buoyant movement where an object floats, sways, or lands with barely any weight or impact.
Example
スカート の 裾 が 風 で ふわりと 舞った 。
The hem of her skirt fluttered lightly in the wind.
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2 Adverb (often with と), Adverbial Noun (often with する)
Soft & Fluffy
Characterizes a texture that is voluminous yet lightweight, feeling yielding and airy to the touch.
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