ひらめき

noun

flash of inspiration; insight; flair

Refers to a sudden creative idea, clever thought, or witty remark that comes to mind. Often used in contexts of problem-solving, art, or conversation.

• いいひらめきが浮うかんだ。

  A good idea flashed into my mind.

• 彼かれのジョークにはひらめきがある。

  His jokes have a flash of wit.

noun

waving; fluttering

Describes the visual effect of something like a flag or cloth waving in the wind. Less common than the inspiration sense.

• 旗はたのひらめきが遠とおくから見みえた。

  The fluttering of the flag was visible from afar.