真っ暗
まっくら
makura
nounVocabularyLevel 71 - JLPT N2
Quick answer
真っ暗 (まっくら (makura)) means "pitch-dark". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
pitch-dark
Also : pitch dark · pitch-black · total darkness · completely dark
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 真っ暗 (まっくら) means 'total darkness'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of total darkness.
Example Sentences
この部屋は真っ暗です。
このへやはまっくらです。
This room is pitch-dark.
この部屋はとても真っ暗です。
このへやはとてもまっくらです。
This room is very pitch-dark.
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