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暗部 (あんぶ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
dark side ; hidden side ; underbelly
Refers to the hidden, often negative or problematic aspects of something, such as a town, organization, or human nature. Used in both literal and figurative contexts.
Kanji 暗 darkness, disappear, shade Similar words 裏うら 裏 means 'back' or 'reverse side' and can imply hidden aspects, but 暗部 specifically emphasizes darkness or negativity.
陰かげ 陰 means 'shade' or 'shadow' and can refer to hidden or negative aspects, but 暗部 is more formal and often used in analytical or literary contexts.
Etymology Compound of 暗 (dark) and 部 (part, section), literally 'dark part'. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word is formed from standard Sino-Japanese morphemes.
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He is known as a writer who depicts the dark side of the human heart.
