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[うわのそら(空)]
uwanosora
na adjective, noun

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[うわ(上)·の·そら(空)]
uwanosora
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English Meaning(s) for うわの空

na adjective, noun
  1. inattention; absent-mindedness
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Definition and Synonyms for うわの空

Abstracted lost in thought
Synonyms: 上の空
Vacant void of thought or knowledge
Synonyms: 上の空, 空っぽ, 虚ろ
Abstractedness preoccupation with something to the exclusion of all else
Synonyms: 上の空
Inattention lack of attention
Synonyms: 上の空, 不注意, 油断
Abstracted showing preoccupation
Synonyms: 上の空

Meanings for each kanji in うわの空

» empty; sky; void; vacant; vacuum

Categories うわの空 is a member of

Preoccupancy the mental state of being preoccupied by something
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Basic Cognitive Process cognitive processes involved in obtaining and storing knowledge
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Stroke Order Diagrams for うわの空

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Sample Sentences for うわの空

You are always hearing but not listening.
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Camille is frustrated with Alan's distracted attitude.
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