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デコピン
dekopin
a playful poke on someone's forehead
友達がデコピンをしてきた。
My friend poked me on the forehead playfully.
informal
A playful or teasing action where someone pokes another person's forehead, often as a lighthearted gesture or to get attention.
彼はデコピンをしてから笑った。
He poked me on the forehead and then laughed.
デコピンをされると少し痛いけど、可愛いと思われる。
It's a bit painful when someone pokes you on the forehead, but it's seen as cute.
This action is often used in casual or friendly contexts, especially among friends or couples.
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
In Japanese culture, physical contact like this is usually reserved for close friends or family, so use it appropriately.
Word Origin
From the combination of 'でこ' (forehead) and 'ピン' (a poke or jab), likely influenced by English 'pin' or 'poke'.
Usage Notes
This term is informal and typically used in playful or affectionate contexts. It can also be used in anime and manga to depict lighthearted interactions.
Word Breakdown
でこ
forehead
rootピン
a poke or jab
root和英辞典