きりkiri
1.

A weather phenomenon characterized by tiny water droplets suspended in the air near the ground or water surfaces, creating a reduced visibility environment. This can vary in type based on its location, such as sea fog or valley fog, and is influenced by atmospheric conditions.

2.

A fine dispersion of water or liquid particles into the air, often used in different contexts such as for cooling or moisturizing, achieved by spraying or atomizing.

3.

A visual effect where the air appears to be enveloped in a delicate veil of tiny droplets, often invoked in literature to convey a sense of mystery or obscured perception.

Example:

濃いのために私たちの飛行機は遅れた。

むさん霧散musan
1.

The process of disappearing completely, resembling how mist dissipates without leaving a trace.

2.

The act of vanishing or fading away suddenly, leaving no evidence behind, akin to the sudden disappearance of fog.

3.

A state in which something becomes entirely invisible or lost, similar to how fog clears, resulting in an absence as total as complete evaporation.

のうむ濃霧noumu
1.

A weather phenomenon characterized by a significant reduction in visibility caused by a dense accumulation of water droplets suspended in the air.

2.

A type of fog that is so thick that it obscures vision, often making travel hazardous and limiting one's ability to see objects at a distance.

3.

An atmospheric condition where the concentration of moisture in the air creates a shroud of mist, typically a defining feature of autumn, and classified by visibility of less than 200 meters.

Example:

濃霧に加えてうねりも高かった。

うんむ雲霧unmu
1.

A literary term describing the combination of clouds and fog, often used to evoke a sense of atmospheric mystery or obscurity.

2.

A metaphorical expression representing confusion or uncertainty in human judgment, reflecting the mental and emotional struggles that cloud one’s clarity of thought.

3.

The phenomenon of misty conditions that obscure visibility, creating a feeling of being enveloped by nature’s elements.

ごりむちゅう五里霧中gorimuchuu
1.

A state of confusion where one is unable to determine direction or make decisions, similar to being enveloped in a dense fog that obscures vision and understanding.

2.

A situation where various options and paths are unclear, leading to uncertainty and difficulty in formulating a plan or opinion.

3.

The feeling of being utterly disoriented and lost, both physically and mentally, as if surrounded by an impenetrable mist that hinders clarity and focus.

4.

Experiencing a complete lack of insight regarding a problem or situation, resulting in a profound indecisiveness and inability to establish a course of action.

Example:

これからどう会社を経営していったらいいのか、五里霧中だ。