Japanese word with no direct English translation
How many times have you admired the beauty of sunlight filtering through the leaves of a tree? Did you know there’s no word in English to describe this phenomenon?
But there is in Japanese! The word ‘Komorebi’ beautifully captures this moment. It refers to the sunlight that filters through the leaves.
Ko = trees
More = shining through
Bi = sun
In the Japanese language, there are several words that beautifully capture the essence of nature (most of these words have no direct English equivalent). This reflects the deep love and admiration the Japanese have for the natural world.
But can you blame them? Japan’s nature is uniquely breathtaking!
Although there’s no direct English translation, Komorebi serves as a gentle reminder to pause and appreciate the simple beauty of life and nature.
Tell us, do you think we should adopt the word Komorebi into the English language?
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But there is in Japanese! The word ‘Komorebi’ beautifully captures this moment. It refers to the sunlight that filters through the leaves.
Ko = trees
More = shining through
Bi = sun
In the Japanese language, there are several words that beautifully capture the essence of nature (most of these words have no direct English equivalent). This reflects the deep love and admiration the Japanese have for the natural world.
But can you blame them? Japan’s nature is uniquely breathtaking!
Although there’s no direct English translation, Komorebi serves as a gentle reminder to pause and appreciate the simple beauty of life and nature.
Tell us, do you think we should adopt the word Komorebi into the English language?
Email us at [email protected] or connect with us on social media.
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