地味
N3じみ
[jimi]
Definitions
1.adjectival nouns or quasi-adjectives (keiyodoshi); noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
plain; simple; subdued; sober
2.adjectival nouns or quasi-adjectives (keiyodoshi); noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
reserved (behaviour, attitude, etc.); modest; quiet; unobtrusive
3.adverb (fukushi)
quite; a (little) bit
Other Readings
「地味」 has another reading with different meanings.
Example Sentences
彼女は派手な色より地味な服装を好む。
She prefers plain clothes.
地味な作業だがとても重要だ。
It's plain work but very important.
地味でも確実な方法を選んだ。
I chose a plain but reliable method.