JLPT N3 Intermediate
ぼーっと
Mentally zoning out or appearing hazy and indistinct
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Other forms
ボーっと Alternative spelling
ぼうっと Alternative spelling
1 Adverb (fukushi), Suru verb
Zoned out / Spaced out
Refers to a state of mental absence, staring blankly, or being lost in thought without focus.
Example
授業中 、 眠く て ぼーっと し て しまっ た 。
I was sleepy during class and ended up zoning out.
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2 Adverb (fukushi)
Vaguely / Dimly
Describes visual appearances that are hazy, faint, or lacking clear outlines.
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