Translation guide
Describes when something loses clarity, sharpness, or distinctness—visually, mentally, or in detail. Japanese uses different verbs depending on what is becoming fuzzy.
When an image, picture, or view becomes out of focus or unclear.
General verb for becoming blurry or out of focus. Used for photos, TV, vision, etc.
The photo came out blurry.
My eyes are tired and my vision is getting blurry.
Specifically out of focus, often due to camera focus error. Literally 'pin-boke' (focus blur).
This photo is out of focus, isn't it.
To become hazy or misty, often due to atmospheric conditions or tears. More poetic.
The scenery became blurred with tears.
When thoughts, memory, or awareness become unclear or vague.
To become vague, hazy, or spaced out. Used for mental state, memories, or unclear outlines.
I'm tired and my head feels fuzzy.
I only have a fuzzy memory of it.
To become dim or clouded, especially consciousness. Often used in medical or serious contexts.
My consciousness is becoming fuzzy.
When the line between two things becomes unclear or ambiguous.
To become ambiguous or vague. Used for definitions, distinctions, or statements.
The boundary between the two has become fuzzy.
To become unclear or indistinct. A more colloquial way to say something loses clarity.
The story is getting fuzzy.
When a surface becomes fluffy, downy, or covered with fine fibers.
毛羽立ったタオルは肌触りがいい。
A fuzzy towel feels nice on the skin.