憂鬱
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Base noun form. Refers to a state of low mood or sadness. Can be used in expressions like 『憂鬱な気分』 (yūutsu na kibun, 'depressed mood').
Theme
On a rainy afternoon, User meets their friend Sakura at a park bench and they talk about their recent moods and feelings.
憂鬱
ゆううつ
depression / melancholy
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Picture a rainy day making you feel gloomy — 'You're wet' sounds like 憂鬱 (yūutsu, 'melancholy'). 'You're wet' → 憂鬱 (yūutsu, 'depression').
Cultural Note
『憂鬱』 (yūutsu, 'depression') is a common term in Japanese literature and media to describe deep sadness or melancholy, often associated with seasonal changes or personal struggles.
Forms
Base: 憂鬱Base noun form. Refers to a state of low mood or sadness. Can be used in expressions like 『憂鬱な気分』 (yūutsu na kibun, 'depressed mood').