N1
うつろい (utsuroi)
移ろい
transition, change, fading, ebb and flow
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often refers to a gradual, often subtle, change or passing of things, especially seasons, beauty, or human feelings. Has a somewhat poetic or melancholic feel.
📝 Example Sentences
季節の移ろいを感じながら、庭の草木を眺める。
I gaze at the plants in the garden, feeling the changing of the seasons.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "移ろい"!
彼女の美しい容姿は、時間の_______とともに変化していった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 時間が「流れ、変化していく」様子を「移ろい」で表します。
English: It describes the way time 'flows and changes.'
English: It describes the way time 'flows and changes.'
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