木々
Meanings
1
many trees; every tree; all kinds of trees
Plural or collective expression for trees. Can emphasize a large number, each individual tree, or a variety of trees depending on context. Often used in descriptive or poetic language.
Many trees are planted in the park.
In autumn, the leaves of every tree turn red and yellow.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉の木々が茂るthe trees (in a place) grow thick and lush
The trees in the park are lush and green.
- 木々が紅葉するthe trees turn autumn colors
The trees on the mountain have begun to turn autumn colors.
- 木々の間を〈動詞〉to move (walk, pass, etc.) between the trees
A gentle breeze passed through the trees.
- 木々が風に揺れるthe trees sway in the wind
The trees are swaying wildly in the strong wind.