近眼
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Base noun form. Refers to the condition of being able to see nearby objects clearly but not distant ones. Can be used in phrases like 『近眼です』 (kingan desu, 'I am nearsighted').
Theme
At an eye clinic, User consults with Dr. Tanaka about vision issues and discusses nearsightedness.
近眼
きんがん
nearsightedness
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
Think of 'near' (近 chika) and 'eye' (眼 me) — if you're nearsighted, you can only see things that are 'near' to your 'eye'. 『近眼』 (kingan, 'nearsightedness') literally means 'near-eye'.
Cultural Note
In Japan, nearsightedness is common, and many people wear glasses or contact lenses. The term 『近眼』 (kingan) is used in medical and everyday contexts, and it's often discussed in relation to eye health and vision correction.
Forms
Base: 近眼Base noun form. Refers to the condition of being able to see nearby objects clearly but not distant ones. Can be used in phrases like 『近眼です』 (kingan desu, 'I am nearsighted').