na-adjective, taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun
disinterested; unselfish; indifferent; detached
Describes a calm, unselfish, and detached attitude, free from greed or worldly desires. Often used in literary or formal contexts. Can be used as a noun, na-adjective, or taru-adjective/adverb with と.
He is indifferent to fame and fortune.
A person with a disinterested nature does not like conflict.
rising above worldly trivia; calm and selfless detachment
indifferent to worldly gain; unselfish and calm
rising above worldly trivia; calm and selfless detachment
Standard kanji spelling.
Variant kanji form using 澹 instead of 淡; less common.
Rare variant kanji form.
The word is composed of 恬 (calm, quiet) and 淡 (thin, indifferent). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination suggests a state of serene detachment.