フレッシュ

ふれっしゅ
na-adjective
fresh; youthful; new
descriptive
1. fresh; new; youthful
Describes something or someone that is fresh, new, or full of youthful energy. From English 'fresh.' Often used for new employees, fresh produce, or a refreshing impression.
フレッシュな気持(きも)(はじ)めよう
Let's start with a fresh mindset.
This year's new recruits are full of energy.
A salad made with fresh vegetables really does taste good.

A loanword from English used as a na-adjective (フレッシュな). In Japanese, this word emphasizes newness and youthful vitality more than freshness of food — though it can be used for food as well.

Common collocations

  • フレッシュな人材(じんざい): fresh talent
  • フレッシュマン: new employee; freshman (wasei-eigo)
  • フレッシュな印象(いんしょう): fresh impression
  • フレッシュな気持(きも)ち: fresh feeling; renewed spirit
  • フレッシュジュース: freshly squeezed juice

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