薄

Meaning

1. n
   Chinese silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis); maiden grass; susuki grass
2. pref
   light (e.g. colour, color)

Example sentences

• クリームは、脂肪とたんぱく質が濃縮した濃厚で、白色や薄黄色の液体。

  Cream is a white and light yellow liquid composed of concentrated proteins and fat.

• 彼女は犬が好きで、砂漠にいる時でも薄汚れた犬にエサをやる程だった。

  She likes dogs so much that even in the desert she feeds dirty dogs.

• 日本では、３月３日は「桃の節句」と呼ばれ、女の子の成長と幸福を願う行事として、お雛様や桃の花などを飾ります。桃の花は、薄紅色のきれいな花です。花言葉は、「チャーミング」です。

  In Japan, the 3rd of March is known as "Momo no Sekku". As an event which wishes upon the healthy development and happiness of young girls, Hina-dolls and peach flowers are used as decoration. Peach flowers are beautiful, light pink flowers, and symbolise "Charmingness".