Japanese

せんめい
Meaning: vivid; clear; distinct
Part of Speech: Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

鮮
明

Example sentences

Memories of my early childhood still remain vivid today.
この画像はとても鮮明だ。
This image is very clear.
彼は幼い頃の出来事を今でも鮮明に憶えている
He still vividly remembers the events of his early childhood.
初恋の思い出は今でも鮮明だ。
The memories of my first love are still vivid today.
新しいパソコンのディスプレイはとても鮮明だ。
The new computer's display is very clear.
小説の地の文を丁寧に読むことで、情景がより鮮明に浮かび上がります。
By reading the narrative parts of a novel carefully, the scenes come to life more vividly.
この本は刷りがとても綺麗で、写真が鮮明に見えます。
The printing of this book is very beautiful, and the photos look clear.
選挙を前にして、彼はようやく自分の旗幟を鮮明にした。
With the election approaching, he finally made his position clear.

Usage Notes

Describes colors, shapes, or memories that are sharp and clear. Can also refer to clear-cut attitudes or positions.

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