1.
smooth, seamless, without problems
Proceeding without difficulty, delay, or obstruction. Describes processes, operations, or interactions that go well.
スムーズな対応ありがとうございます。
Thank you for the smooth handling.
Common patterns
Na-adjective. Used with に as an adverb: スムーズに進む (to go smoothly). Used with な before nouns: スムーズな対応 (smooth response).
Usage
スムーズ is used for processes, procedures, conversations, transitions, and traffic flow. It does not describe physical texture (for that, なめらか or すべすべ would be used).
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Synonym:
円滑 (smooth (formal))