茫々
Meanings
taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Describes a wide, seemingly endless expanse, such as an ocean, desert, or plain. Often used in literary or descriptive contexts.
A vast desert stretched out before my eyes.
taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Used for memories, outlines, or impressions that are unclear or indistinct. Often appears as ぼうぼうとした記憶 or similar.
My childhood memories are hazy.
taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle
overgrown; rampant; running wild
Describes weeds, grass, or vegetation that has grown thick and unchecked. Common in phrases like 雑草がぼうぼうと生い茂る.
The garden is overgrown with weeds and needs tending.
taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle
Describes hair, beard, or fur that is long, untidy, and wild-looking. Often used as 髪がぼうぼうだ or ぼうぼうのひげ.
He had a shaggy beard.