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沈黙

Silence, absence of speech, or inaction

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沈黙する verb form
Noun, Suru verb

Silence / Inaction

Refers to the act of refraining from speech or action, often resulting in a heavy or meaningful stillness.

Example

長い 沈黙 の 後 、 彼 が 口 を 開い た 。

After a long silence, he opened his mouth to speak.

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沈黙
ちんもく
Silence, absence of speech, or inaction
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