Word details
影
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 影.
Dictionary
Entry
1
shadow; silhouette; figure; shape
Examples
その少女は自分の影におびえていた。
The girl was afraid of her own shadow.
2
reflection; image
Examples
水たまりに映った影が見えた。
Reflections could be seen in the puddles.
3
ominous sign
4
light (stars, moon)
5
trace; shadow (of one's former self)
6
Non-standard; usu. written as 陰
behind; background; other side
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