Meaning

Primary

Deserted

Alternatives

Inactive, Leisure, Quiet

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

It's such a leisurely day that everyone has scattered and left the area deserted. It's just you now. Lounging in the shade.

Reading

かんさん
  • 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

駅の南側は、いつも閑散としています。

The south side of the station is always deserted.

Kanji Composition