きつい
Meanings
I-adjective
1. tough; hard; severe; demanding; harsh
2. determined; strong-minded; forceful; formidable; fierce
3. strong (e.g. sunlight, alcohol); severe; intense
4. (too) tight; constricting; close
5. extreme; unusually strong
Other readings
Examples47
トム
Tom received a heavy blow on the head.
ちょっと
The waist is a little small.
フーッ、
Whew! This is a tough hill. But coming back sure will be a breeze.
ちょっと
They're a little tight.
靴
These shoes are too tight. They hurt.
この
The new shoes pinch my feet.