Word details

しらける

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word しらける.

Dictionary

Entry

らけ白けるIntransitiveUsually kanaIchidan verbFreq #21980
1

to be dampened (of the mood, interest, etc.); to be spoiled (e.g. of the atmosphere); to become subdued; to turn sour; to become unamused; to become bored; to become apathetic

Examples
今日の若い世代はしらけている
It is said that the younger generation today is apathetic.
2

to turn white; to fade (to white); to grow light (at dawn)

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

white

5 strokesFrequency 483JLPT N4Grade 1

On

ハクビャク

Kun

しろしら-しろ.い

Nanori

あきはっ

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