Translation guide
The English word 'clearing' can refer to an open space in a forest, the act of removing obstacles, or financial settlement. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
A treeless area within a forest or woods.
General term for an open or vacant lot, also used for clearings in forests.
There was a small clearing in the forest.
Describes an open, unobstructed area; often used for clearings.
After passing through the mountain trail, we came to a clearing.
Literally 'open space in the woods'; more descriptive and less common.
We camped in a clearing in the woods.
The process of clearing away objects, snow, doubts, etc.
Removal or elimination of something; used for clearing obstacles, snow, etc.
Clearing the snow took a long time.
Sweeping away or clearing out completely; often used for doubts or undesirable things.
Tidying up or clearing away clutter; can be used for clearing a room or space.
The process of settling transactions, especially in banking.
疑念を一掃する。
To clear away doubts.
部屋の片付けを手伝って。
Help me with clearing up the room.
借金を清算する。
To clear one's debts.