くも

Cloud

N4noun·kumo

How to remember it

The 雨 (rain) radical sits on top — clouds are what bring the rain.

Example sentences

  • 空に白い雲が浮かんでいる。

    そらにしろいくもがうかんでいる。

    White clouds float in the sky.

  • 雲がだんだん厚くなってきた。

    くもがだんだんあつくなってきた。

    The clouds gradually grew thick.

Usage

Everyday noun; often paired with 浮かぶ (to float) or 出る (to appear).

Related words

天気曇り

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