Translation and Meaning of: ぴったり - pittari

The word 「ぴったり」 (pittari) is a versatile Japanese expression used to describe something that fits perfectly or is exactly right. In everyday life in Japan, the word can often be heard in various situations, from describing clothes that fit the body perfectly, to the fitting together of puzzle pieces, or even when finding the ideal gift for someone.

Etymologically, 「ぴったり」 is an onomatopoeia that captures the sound and impression of something fitting perfectly or stopping abruptly. In Japanese, onomatopoeias are widely used to describe not only sounds but also sensations and actions. The combination of the sounds "pit" and "tari" suggests a firm closure or sudden interruption, which helps convey the idea of precision or accuracy that the word carries.

「ぴったり」 can be used as an adjective in sentences to emphasize that something is exactly as it should be, without gaps or errors. Additionally, in more abstract contexts, it can also suggest the idea of perfect correspondence in terms of time, place, or circumstance, adequately capturing the essence of situations where everything aligns harmoniously. This ability to adapt to multiple contexts makes 「ぴったり」 an extremely useful expression in everyday Japanese vocabulary.

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Synonyms and similar words

• ぴたり (pitari) - Exactly, precisely
• ぴたっと (pitatto) - Suddenly, in a sudden movement
• ぴたりと (pitarito) - Justly, firmly
• ぴったり (pittari) - Perfectly fitted, exact
• ぴったりくっつく (pittari kuttsuku) - Stick perfectly, if it adheres completely.
• ぴったり寄り添う (pittari yorisou) - Stay close, cuddled up
• ぴったり合わせる (pittari awaseru) - Adjust perfectly, make an exact fit
• ぴったりと合わせる (pittari to awaseru) - Adjust precisely
• ぴったりと着る (pittari to kiru) - Dress precisely, fitted
• ぴったりと合う服 (pittari to au fuku) - Clothes that fit perfectly
• ぴったりとフィットする (pittari to fitto suru) - Fit perfectly, adapt well
• ぴったりと合致する (pittari to gachi suru) - Match exactly, be perfectly compatible

ぴったり

Romaji: pittari
Kana: ぴったり
Type: adverb
L: jlpt-n3

Translation / Meaning: exatamente; ordenadamente; nítido

Meaning in English: exactly;neatly;sharp

Definition: The shape and size of the object correspond to something. Corresponds.

Example Sentences - (ぴったり) pittari

See below some example sentences:

この靴は私の足にぴったり合います。

Kono kutsu wa watashi no ashi ni pittari aimasu

These shoes fit perfectly into my feet.

These shoes fit perfectly into my feet.

• この - this
• 靴 - sapato
• は - Topic particle
• 私の - meu
• 足 - pé
• に - target particle
• ぴったり - perfeitamente
• 合います - it fits

味噌汁は寒い日にぴったりです。

Miso shiru wa samui hi ni pittari desu

Missô soup is perfect for cold days.

• 味噌汁 - miso soup
• は - Topic particle
• 寒い - frio
• 日 - day
• に - target particle
• ぴったり - perfect, suitable
• です - verb to be in the polite form
• . - Period