JLPT N4 Elementary
曇る
To become cloudy, fog up, or turn gloomy
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1 Verb (intransitive)
To get cloudy
Describes the transition of the sky from clear to overcast as clouds gather.
Example
空 が 曇って きた から 、 洗濯物 を 取り込もう 。
The sky is getting cloudy, so let's bring in the laundry.
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2 Verb (intransitive)
To fog up / To steam up
Indicates a transparent or shiny surface losing its clarity due to condensation or steam.
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3 Verb (intransitive)
To become gloomy / downcast
Figuratively describes a person’s facial expression darkening with worry, sadness, or unease.
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