曇り
Meanings
cloudiness; cloudy weather
Refers to overcast sky conditions; the standard weather term for 'cloudy'.
It will be cloudy, then rainy today.
Cloudy skies are expected to spread tomorrow.
fog; mist; blur; cloudiness
Used for condensation on surfaces (mirrors, glasses), cloudiness in liquids or solids (marble, eyes), or blurred vision.
My glasses fogged up and it's hard to see ahead.
This crystal has no cloudiness and is very transparent.
Figurative use for a gloomy or downcast expression, mood, or atmosphere.
A shadow fell over his face.
Upon hearing the news, a cloud passed over her expression.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉は曇りのち晴れcloudy then clear, in weather forecasts
In Tokyo, it will be cloudy followed by clear skies.
- 〈物〉に曇りがあるto have a cloudiness or blur on/in something (glass, eyes, etc.)
There's a slight blur on this lens.
- 心に曇りがないto have no shadow of guilt or doubt in one's heart
There isn't the slightest shadow of guilt in his heart.
- 曇りときどき雨cloudy with occasional rain, a common forecast phrase
Tomorrow will be cloudy with occasional rain.