Translation and Meaning of: ぼやける - boyakeru

The Japanese word 「ぼやける」 (boyakeru) is a verb that means "to become indistinct" or "to blur." In a broader context, it can be used to describe something that becomes vague or indistinct, whether in visual , like a blurred image, or metaphorically, like ideas that are not clear. Its usage is quite versatile, encoming both physical and figurative descriptions.

Etimologically, 「ぼやける」 is a word formed from the adjective 「ぼや」 (boya), which indicates something confusing or nebulous, with the verbal suffix 「ける」 (keru), which transforms the adjective into a verb, conveying the action of becoming confused or blurred. The combination of these parts results in a term that captures the idea of something losing clarity or sharpness.

In everyday life, 「ぼやける」 finds common use in different contexts. For example, in photography, when the image is unfocused and the objects appear blurry, it is said that the photo is "ぼやけた" (boyaketa), which is the past tense of the verb. Moreover, the word can be used in a more abstract context, such as when an idea or memory becomes less clear over time.

In addition to its literal meaning, 「ぼやける」 also has a symbolic dimension. In discussions or debates, for example, a point of view may be considered "ぼやけている" (boyakete iru) if it is not presented clearly and directly. This metaphorical application exemplifies the rich ability of the Japanese language to capture nuances through seemingly simple terminology.

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Verb conjugation of ぼやける

• ぼやけます Polite way
• ぼやける casual way
• ぼやけた past
• ぼやけない Negative
• ぼやけなかった negative past
• ぼやければ Conditional

Synonyms and similar words

• ぼやける (boyakeru) - becoming blurred, hazy
• かすむ (kasumu) - to become murky, vague, obscured
• ぼやぼやする (bonyabonyasuru) - blur, to be in a state of confusion or distraction
• ぼやかす (boyakasu) - to make something less clear, to obscure
• ぼやけさせる (boyakesaseru) - make something blurry, hazy
• かすめる (kasumeru) - lightly touch, mix to obscure