WORD DETAIL
晴れる
はれる
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
晴れるis read asはれるand can mean “to clear up” or “to feel relieved”, depending on context. - Basic usage: The examples show a sky clearing after rain and a heart feeling relieved after sharing worries.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Distinguishing senses and uses
- It is intransitive for weather clearing or, figuratively, worry lifting and one’s feelings becoming bright.

