Translation guide
Describes something that is somewhat blue in color.
To describe an object, light, or surface that has a blue tint or is close to blue.
The most common and versatile way to say 'bluish'. Attaches to nouns directly.
この壁は青っぽい色だ。
This wall is a bluish color.
青っぽい光が見えた。
I saw a bluish light.
Slightly more formal or descriptive, literally 'tinged with blue'. Often used for nuanced colors.
青みがかった灰色の空
a bluish-gray sky
Literary or technical expression meaning 'bearing a blue tint'. Used in written descriptions.
青みを帯びた白い肌
bluish-white skin