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Japanese

よどみ
Meaning: stagnation; a still pool in a stream; a lull in flow
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

雨の後、川の流れに淀みができたので、魚がよく見えた。
After the rain, a still pool formed in the river, so the fish were easy to see.

Usage Notes

This noun describes water or another flow that has temporarily stopped or slowed. It can also describe a lull in conversation, writing, or progress.

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