Translation guide
The adverb 'glaringly' describes something that is extremely obvious, conspicuous, or shockingly noticeable, often in a negative way. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through various adverbs and phrases depending on the nuance: obviousness, visual conspicuousness, or blatant error.
Expressing that something is extremely obvious or stands out in a way that cannot be ignored.
The most common and versatile adverb meaning 'clearly' or 'obviously'. It can be used in both positive and negative contexts.
There is a glaring contradiction in his explanation.
A phrase meaning 'obvious at a glance'. It emphasizes that something is immediately apparent.
The mistake was glaringly obvious.
Means 'conspicuously' or 'strikingly'. Often used when something stands out from its surroundings, not necessarily negatively.
Her talent is glaringly apparent.
Means 'remarkably' or 'strikingly'. Often used in formal or written contexts to indicate a significant degree.
The results were glaringly different.
Emphasizing that something is not just obvious, but shockingly so, often implying a fault or error.
A colloquial phrase meaning 'transparently obvious' or 'blatant', often used for lies or attempts to deceive.
His lie was glaringly obvious.
An adjective meaning 'blatant' or 'undisguised'. Used for actions or attitudes that are openly and shamelessly done.
That is a glaring case of discrimination.
Literally 'excessive to the eye', meaning something is so bad or blatant that it cannot be overlooked.
Describing something that is glaring in a literal, visual sense, such as light or colors.
English 'glaringly' often pairs with words like 'obvious' or 'apparent'. In Japanese, it's more natural to use adverbs like 明らかに (clearly) or phrases like 一目瞭然 (obvious at a glance) rather than trying to directly translate 'glaringly' as a standalone adverb.
His attitude is glaringly bad.
その光はまぶしすぎる。
The light is glaringly bright.