Translation guide
Describes something that is both long and thin, like a stick, a line, or a slender body part.
Describing objects, lines, or shapes that are long and thin.
The most common and neutral adjective for 'long and thin'. Used for objects, shapes, and body parts.
彼女は細長い指をしている。
She has long, slender fingers.
この部屋は細長い形だ。
This room is long and narrow.
Similar to 細長い, but emphasizes the length more than the thinness. Often interchangeable.
長細い箱を探している。
I'm looking for a long, thin box.
Describing a person's body, limbs, or neck as long and thin, often with a positive connotation.
Describes a slim, tall, and elegant figure. Often used for legs or overall physique.
彼女はすらりとした脚が魅力的だ。
Her long, slender legs are attractive.
Means slim and delicate, often used for a person's build or fingers.
ほっそりした体型のモデルが多い。
Many models have a slender figure.
Describing something that is long and narrow, like a path, a piece of land, or a tool.
Also used for spaces and objects that are long and narrow.
細長い廊下を歩いた。
I walked down the long, narrow hallway.
Specifically means 'vertically long', often used for screens, rooms, or shapes.
このスマホは縦長の画面だ。
This smartphone has a tall, narrow screen.
Used in scientific or technical descriptions, such as cells, leaves, or structures.
Works in technical contexts as well.
この細胞は細長い形をしている。
This cell has an elongated shape.
Means 'linear' or 'filiform', used in biology or materials science.
線状の結晶が観察された。
Needle-like crystals were observed.