noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
negative pole; negative side
Used in technical or abstract contexts to refer to the negative side of a dichotomy, such as electrical polarity or philosophical opposites.
電池の陰と陽を間違えないでください。
Don't mix up the negative and positive terminals of the battery.
noun
yin
The dark, passive, feminine principle in Chinese philosophy and divination, often paired with 陽 (yang).
Antonyms: 陽
陰陽思想では、陰は受動的なエネルギーを表す。
In yin-yang philosophy, yin represents passive energy.
noun
hidden place; unseen part; private location
Refers to a place out of sight or a private, secluded spot. Often used in set phrases like 陰にこもる (to stay hidden away).
See also: 陰にこもる
彼は陰にこもって誰とも会わなかった。
He stayed hidden away and didn't meet anyone.