Meaning

Primary

Unrest

Alternatives

Unsettled, Disquieting

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

Something that's not calm is in a state of unrest. When things are unsettled, it's disquieting for people.

不穏 is generally used to describe the unsettling mood or atmosphere of a situation, highlighting tension and unease rather than describing something physical.

Reading

ふおん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

今夜の三日月は、何だか不穏な感じがするわ。

Tonight’s crescent moon looks a little disquieting to me.

Kanji Composition