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JLPT N3 Intermediate

影

A shadow, silhouette, reflection, or trace.

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陰 A different word also read "kage," meaning "shade"
1 Noun

Shadow" / "Silhouette

The dark shape projected onto a surface by an object blocking light.

Example

地面 に 自分 の 影 が 長く 伸びて いた 。

My shadow stretched out long on the ground.

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2 Noun

Reflection" / "Image

A visual likeness or form captured on a reflective surface like water or a mirror.

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3 Noun

Trace" / "Hint" (Figurative)

A faint sign, remnant, or remaining atmosphere of something that once existed.

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影
かげ
A shadow, silhouette, reflection, or trace.
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