影かげが薄うすい

expression, i-adjective

in the background; not standing out; lacking presence

Describes a person or thing that is inconspicuous, unremarkable, or fails to make an impression. Often used for someone who is overshadowed by others or whose presence is weak.

See also: 影の薄い

• 彼かれは会かい議ぎではいつも影かげが薄うすい。

  He always fades into the background at meetings.

• あの俳はい優ゆうは実じつ力りょくはあるのに、なぜか影かげが薄うすい。

  That actor has talent, but for some reason he doesn't stand out.