移り変わり
Meanings
1
Refers to gradual, natural change over time, especially of seasons, eras, or circumstances. Often implies a continuous, flowing transformation rather than an abrupt switch.
I feel the changing of the seasons.
As times change, people's values also change.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉の移り変わりを感じるto feel/sense the changing of ~
Looking out the window, I feel the changing of the times.
- 〈事〉の移り変わりが激しいthe changes of ~ are rapid/dramatic
Trends have been changing very rapidly lately.
- 〈事〉の移り変わりを見るto watch/observe the transition of ~
In this photo collection, you can see the transformation of the town over time.
Expressions
- 季節の移り変わりchanging seasons; turn of the seasons