also: ほこほこ
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
comfortably warm; steaming hot; piping hot; glowing with warmth
Mimetic word describing pleasant warmth, often of food, drinks, or a cozy atmosphere. Can also describe a person's warm, glowing feeling.
ほかほかの肉まんを食べた。
I ate a steaming hot meat bun.
I warmed up comfortably in front of the heater.