Meaning and Usage
"晴れ" (はれ) refers to clear or sunny weather, often used in everyday conversation to describe good weather conditions. It is a common noun and appears frequently in weather forecasts and casual speech.
Common Collocations
- 晴れの日 (はれのひ): a sunny day, often used when planning outdoor activities.
- 晴れのち曇り (はれのちくもり): sunny followed by cloudy, a typical weather forecast phrase.
- 晴れ間 (はれま): a break in the clouds, a sunny interval.
Usage Notes
When using "晴れ," speakers imply pleasant weather without rain or clouds. It is often contrasted with "雨" (あめ, rain) or "曇り" (くもり, cloudy). "晴れ" is neutral and polite enough for daily conversation and weather reports.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "晴れ" with "晴れる" (はれる), the verb meaning "to clear up" or "to become sunny." Remember, "晴れ" is a noun describing the weather state, while "晴れる" is the action of the weather clearing.