オーロラ
Meanings
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aurora
Refers to the natural light display in the sky, especially in high-latitude regions. The native Japanese term is 極光 (きょっこう), but オーロラ is more common in everyday use.
See also: 極光 (きょっこう)
I traveled to Northern Europe to see the aurora.
Usage patterns
- オーロラが出るfor an aurora to appear
An aurora might appear tonight.
- オーロラが見えるfor an aurora to be visible
The aurora is clearly visible from this spot.
- オーロラを見るto watch/see the aurora
I saw the aurora in Iceland.