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幽玄
It describes a deep, mysterious, and subtle grace that cannot be easily expressed in words. It suggests beauty that lies beneath the surface.
Examples in context
能楽の舞台には幽玄の美が宿っている
The stage of Noh theater embodies a beauty of mysterious profundity.
霧に包まれた森は幽玄な趣を呈していた
The mist-shrouded forest presented a mysterious, profound appearance.
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