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影
kage
Description
「影」は、光が物にさえぎられてできる、暗い形のことです。
"影" is a dark shape formed when light is blocked by an object.
人や木などが光をさえぎると、地面や壁に「影」ができます。
When people or trees block light, a "影" appears on the ground or wall.
Meanings
影kage
shadow cast by an object blocking light
木の影で休みましょう。
Let's rest in the shade of the tree.
影kage
reflection or image of something
水に山の影がうつっている。
The mountain's reflection is in the water.
影kage
trace or sign of a presence
彼はもう病気の影もない。
He no longer shows any sign of illness.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
影 is a shape cast by blocking light; 陰 is a shaded, hidden area.
- Etymology
same kanji appears in 影響 (influence), literally 'shadow and echo'.
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