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VocabJLPT N1

autumn shower

Noun

Definitions

1. rain shower in late autumn (fall) or early winter
2. seasonable rain

Refers to a brief, passing rain shower that is characteristic of late autumn or early winter in Japan. It evokes a seasonal and somewhat melancholic mood, and is a well-known word in classical Japanese poetry and literature.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"This kind of drizzle just calls for coffee!" my coworker said.

Sentence 2

The cat by the window just twitched its ears at the sound of the passing shower.

Sentence 3

The sky in front of the station suddenly darkened — looks like a shower's rolling in.

Sentence 4

A winter shower falling under a sunset sky — that's almost unfairly beautiful!

Sentence 5

The moment I turned the corner, a cold shower hit my cheek!