This is the 3801st most frequent Japanese word.
ふっくら
Plump, fluffy, or soft and rounded.
Describes the soft and fluffy texture of the bread.
このパンはふっくらしていて、とても美味しいです。
This bread is fluffy and very delicious.
Refers to the round and healthy appearance of her cheeks.
彼女のほっぺはふっくらとしていて、とても可愛いです。
Her cheeks are plump and very cute.
Metaphorically describes the development and flourishing of an idea.