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texture, feel, touch
The sensation or quality perceived when touching something with the hands. Used to describe how materials, fabrics, surfaces, and objects feel to the touch.
この布は手触りがいい。
This cloth has a nice feel.
カシミヤの手触りは格別だ。
The feel of cashmere is exceptional.
このシャンプーを使うと髪の手触りが滑らかになる。
Using this shampoo makes your hair feel smooth to the touch.
手触り describes the tactile quality of something — how it feels when touched by hand. It is commonly used when evaluating fabrics, materials, cosmetics, and food textures.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 手触りがいい / 良い: good texture, pleasant feel
- 手触りが悪い: bad texture, unpleasant feel
- 柔らかい手触り: soft feel
- 滑らかな手触り: smooth feel
- 手触りを確かめる: to check the feel
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 肌触り: feel against the skin (for clothing, bedding)
- 感触: feel, touch (broader, also used figuratively)
- 触り心地: tactile comfort