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“lingering impression” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyoin

Example

その映画の余韻がしばらく残りました。so no ei ga no yo in ga shi ba ra ku noko ri ma shi ta

The lingering impression of the movie stayed with me for a while.

Illustration for 余韻 (lingering impression)

How to say “lingering impression” in Japanese

“Lingering impression” in Japanese is 余韻 (yoin).

Refers to a sound, feeling, or effect that continues after its source or cause has ended.

Full entry for 余韻: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 余韻

その小説を読み終えた後、しばらく余韻に浸りました。so no shō setsu o yo mi o e ta ato shi ba ra ku yo in ni hita ri ma shi ta

After finishing the novel, I basked in its afterglow for a while.

Tips for using 余韻

  • In Japanese, 余韻 (yoin) can describe the lasting effect of music, poetry, film, or scenery, not only an echoing sound.

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