also: とんがった
noun-modifying (irregular)
Describes a physical shape that is pointed or sharp, such as a nose, chin, pencil tip, or mountain peak.
See also: 尖る
彼は尖った鼻をしている。
He has a pointed nose.
尖った鉛筆で書くと字がきれいだ。
Writing with a sharp pencil makes the characters look neat.
noun-modifying (irregular)
Used for voices, words, or attitudes that are sharp, harsh, or on edge. Often implies irritation or tension.
彼女の尖った口調に、みんな黙ってしまった。
Everyone fell silent at her sharp tone.
尖った言葉で人を傷つけてはいけない。
You mustn't hurt people with harsh words.
noun-modifying (irregular)
Describes a person, attitude, or style that is deliberately provocative, radical, or anti-establishment. Often used for fashion, art, or youth culture.
彼は尖ったファッションで注目を集めている。
He attracts attention with his edgy fashion.
あのバンドの尖った歌詞が若者に人気だ。
The band's provocative lyrics are popular with young people.
noun-modifying (irregular)
cutting-edge; outstanding; superior
Used for technology, ideas, or talent that is exceptionally advanced or outstanding. Conveys a sense of being ahead of others.
この会社は尖った技術で業界をリードしている。
This company leads the industry with its cutting-edge technology.
彼は尖った才能を持った若手作
He is a young writer with outstanding talent.
Prenominal form of the verb 尖る (とがる), which is of native Japanese origin. The colloquial variant とんがった likely arose from emphatic or dialectal pronunciation shifts.