Translation guide
The color grey, and related expressions for dullness, ambiguity, or aging.
Describing something that is grey in color.
The most common and neutral word for the color grey.
He is wearing a grey suit.
Loanword from English, often used in fashion, design, or when describing shades.
I like this grey sweater.
Literally 'mouse color', a traditional Japanese term for grey. Less common in modern speech.
A woman wearing a grey kimono.
Referring to hair that has turned grey or white with age.
Describing weather, atmosphere, or mood that is grey and depressing.
Referring to a situation that is not clearly defined, a grey area.
When talking about hair turning grey, Japanese uses 白髪 (しらが), which literally means 'white hair'. Using 灰色の髪 (grey-colored hair) would sound unnatural.
He has greying hair.