How to say 'Shadow' or 'Silhouette' in Japanese | 影

word

Meaning

Shadow, Silhouette

Reading

Kanji

影Shadow

Explanation

The Japanese noun '影 (かげ)' primarily means 'shadow', referring to the dark area or shape produced by an object blocking light. It can also mean 'silhouette', which is the dark shape and outline of someone or something visible against a lighter background. This word is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. For example: the shadow of a tree「木の影」(きのかげ). Her silhouette was visible in the moonlight「月明かりに彼女の影が見えた」(つきあかりにかのじょのかげがみえた). In literature and poetry, '影' can also symbolize something fleeting or intangible, such as memories or emotions.

Part Of Speech

noun

Kanji JLPT

N1

Kanji Grade

7

Frequency

2392

Composition

kanji

Handwriting