N2
かすか (kasuka)
微か
faint; dim; weak; slight
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes something barely perceptible to the senses (sight, sound, smell) or a very slight feeling/hope. Often used as 微かに (kasuka ni) or 微かな (kasuka na). (視覚、聴覚、嗅覚などの感覚にほとんど認識できないほど微細なもの、または非常にわずかな感情や希望を表す。「微かに」「微かな」の形でよく使われる。)
📝 Example Sentences
遠くから微かに音楽が聞こえてきた。
I heard faint music from far away.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "微か"!
真夜中、_______な物音が聞こえて、目が覚めた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: かろうじて聞こえる程度の小さな音を表します。
English: It describes a very quiet sound, barely audible.
English: It describes a very quiet sound, barely audible.
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