Refreshing
Fresh, Invigorating
noun, な adjective
This is the noun version of the kanji, making it refreshing as well.
爽やか generally describes something light, pleasant, and uplifting. You can use it for things like a cool morning breeze, the refreshing scent of fruit, or even a person who gives off a clean-cut and charming impression.
The reading is the same reading you learned with the kanji!
爽やかな海の風が肌に心地よかった。
The fresh ocean breeze felt good on my skin.
箱を開けると、パイナップルの爽やかな香りが部屋に広がった。
When I opened the box, the fresh scent of pineapple filled the room.
お気に入りのワンピに袖を通すと、いつも気分が爽やかになる。
Putting on my favorite dress always lifts my spirits.
爽やかなイケメンが横を通り過ぎたので、思わず三度見をしちゃいました。
A fresh-faced hunk passed by me and I had to do a triple-take.