shadow play in Japanese

shadow play in Japanese is 影絵.

shadow play in Japanese

影絵

noun

Pronounced: kagee

(hand games) An ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images.

Vocabulary Flow

Learn more English words in Japanese.

Vocabulary Flow serves English words with the Japanese meaning, one at a time — pronunciation and an example each time. Scroll it either direction.

Learn English in Japanese

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common Japanese translations

the of to AND a in I that for you IT on

Frequently asked questions

What is "shadow play" in Japanese?

"shadow play" in Japanese is 影絵.

How do you pronounce 影絵?

"shadow play" in Japanese is 影絵, pronounced "kagee".

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.