影
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 影
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
Kanji in this Word
影
15 strokes
Frequency: 464
JLPT N1
Grade 8
Meanings
shadow
silhouette
phantom
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
エイ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
かげ
景
12 strokes
Frequency: 419
JLPT N2
Grade 4
Meanings
scenery
view
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ケイ
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
かげ
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