N2
くうそ (kūso)
空疎
empty, hollow, meaningless, unsubstantial
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes something that lacks substance, content, or meaning, often used for ideas, arguments, discussions, or speeches that are superficial or shallow. It carries a negative connotation.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の演説は空疎な内容で、聴衆の心に響かなかった。
His speech had hollow content and did not resonate with the audience.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "空疎"!
その議論は_______で、具体的な解決策は何も示されなかった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「具体的な解決策は何も示されなかった」という状況から、内容がないことを表す「空疎」が適切です。
English: From the situation of 'no concrete solutions were shown,' 'kūso' (empty, unsubstantial) is appropriate to indicate a lack of content.
English: From the situation of 'no concrete solutions were shown,' 'kūso' (empty, unsubstantial) is appropriate to indicate a lack of content.
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