When you see the Chinese word "朦胧" (méng lóng), think about something that isn't very clear.
Imagine the light right after the sun comes up, when everything is a bit soft and hard to see clearly – that's 朦胧.
It's like looking through a light mist.
We use it to describe things that are dim, hazy, or a little bit obscure, especially light or a scene.
It's a beautiful word for that soft, unclear feeling.
The Chinese word 朦胧 (ménglóng) is an adjective used to describe something that is dim, hazy, or obscure.
You can use it to talk about things like the morning light when it's not yet fully bright, or a view that isn't very clear because of mist or fog.
It suggests a gentle, soft, and indistinct quality.
For example, you might say the moon is 朦胧 on a cloudy night, meaning its light is faint and diffused.
When something is 朦胧 (ménglóng), it's not clear or distinct. Think of a hazy morning where the sun is just starting to peek through, but everything is still a bit blurred. It describes a soft, indistinct quality, often with a sense of beauty or mystery.
When we describe something as 朦胧 (ménglóng), we're talking about a visual or sensory experience that isn't perfectly clear or distinct. It often implies a soft, diffused quality, like the light before sunrise, or a scene viewed through mist. Think of it as a gentle blur rather than a sharp focus. It's often used to evoke a sense of beauty, mystery, or even a dreamy state.
When using 朦胧 (méng lóng), it describes something that is dim, hazy, or obscure. Think of it as a soft, unclear visual quality, often associated with light, moonlight, or a dream-like state. It suggests a lack of sharp definition. For example, you might talk about the 朦胧月色 (méng lóng yuè sè), referring to the hazy moonlight, or 朦胧的晨光 (méng lóng de chén guāng), meaning the dim morning light. It's often used metaphorically too, for feelings or memories that are vague or indistinct, like 朦胧的记忆 (méng lóng de jì yì), hazy memories. This word carries a somewhat poetic and subtle nuance, implying a gentle lack of clarity rather than complete darkness or confusion.
§ What does 朦胧 mean?
Let's talk about the Chinese word 朦胧 (ménglóng). It's rated B2 on the CEFR scale, which means it's pretty common and useful once you're past the basics. Forget fancy definitions; 朦胧 simply means 'dim,' 'hazy,' or 'obscure.' Think of it as when things aren't perfectly clear, but not completely invisible either. It’s that in-between state of visual clarity.
Most of the time, you'll hear 朦胧 used to describe visual things – like light or scenery. But it can also sneak into descriptions of feelings or memories that are a bit vague or unclear. It's about a lack of sharp definition, whether it's literal or metaphorical.
§ When do people use 朦胧?
You'll hear 朦胧 quite a bit in everyday Chinese, especially when people are describing environments or sensations that aren't sharply defined. It paints a picture of softness, mystery, or a gentle lack of clarity.
- Morning/Evening Light: This is a classic. Think of a foggy morning or a dusky evening. The light isn't strong or bright; it's soft and diffused.
- Fog/Mist: Naturally, if things are hazy, 朦胧 is the word you'll use. When fog rolls in, everything becomes 朦胧.
- Distance: Objects seen from afar, especially through a slight haze or dust, can be described as 朦胧.
- Dreams/Memories: When a dream is not vivid, or a memory is fading and unclear, you can use 朦胧 to describe that vagueness.
- Feelings/Emotions: Sometimes, feelings are not fully formed or understood. They can be 朦胧 – a bit fuzzy around the edges.
It's less about something being completely dark or completely hidden, and more about it being visible but not distinct. It has a slightly poetic feel without being overly dramatic. It's practical for describing those moments when you have to squint a little to make things out, or when your mind feels a bit cloudy.
- DEFINITION
- Dim; hazy; obscure (e.g., morning light).
§ Examples in context
清晨，一切都笼罩在朦胧的薄雾中。
Qīngchén, yīqiè dōu lóngzhào zài ménglóng de bó wù zhōng.
Early morning, everything was enveloped in a hazy mist.
她对未来有一种朦胧的期待。
Tā duì wèilái yǒu yī zhǒng ménglóng de qīdài.
She had a vague expectation for the future.
月光朦胧，看不清远处的山影。
Yuèguāng ménglóng, kàn bù qīng yuǎn chù de shān yǐng.
The moonlight was dim, and the distant mountain shadows couldn't be seen clearly.
他只记得一个朦胧的轮廓。
Tā zhǐ jìde yī ge ménglóng de lúnkuò.
He only remembered a hazy outline.
§ Don't confuse it with 模糊 (mó hú)
Many learners mix up 朦胧 (méng lóng) with 模糊 (mó hú). While both mean 'hazy' or 'unclear,' they aren't interchangeable. 朦胧 describes a soft, indistinct haziness, often with a poetic or aesthetic quality. Think of soft morning light, a misty landscape, or a vague memory that evokes a certain feeling. It often implies a dreamlike state or something beautiful despite its lack of clarity.
On the other hand, 模糊 usually refers to something that is simply unclear, indistinct, or fuzzy. It often lacks the positive or romantic connotations of 朦胧. For example, a blurry photograph, an unclear image, or an ambiguous statement would use 模糊. There's no inherent beauty or softness implied; it's just not clear.
- 朦胧 (méng lóng) examples:
- 清晨，朦胧的月光洒在大地上。(In the early morning, the dim moonlight sprinkled on the earth.)
- 她对那段往事只剩下朦胧的记忆。(She only had a hazy memory of that past event.)
- 模糊 (mó hú) examples:
- 这张照片很模糊，看不清人脸。(This photo is very blurry; you can't see the faces clearly.)
- 他说的话很模糊，我没听懂。(What he said was very vague; I didn't understand.)
§ Using 朦胧 with the wrong nouns
朦胧 usually describes things that are naturally soft, ethereal, or visually indistinct, like light, mist, or memories. It's not typically used for things that are sharply defined or have a clear outline, even if they are far away. You wouldn't use 朦胧 to describe a distant building that's just small, for example. Instead, you'd use it for a distant mountain shrouded in mist, or a moonbeam filtering through clouds.
正确的: 朦胧的灯光 (dim/hazy lamplight)
不正确的: 朦胧的桌子 (hazy table - unless the table itself is shrouded in mist, it doesn't make sense.)
§ Overusing it to mean 'unclear' in general
Sometimes learners overuse 朦胧 as a general term for anything unclear. While it does mean 'unclear' in a sense, it's specific. It's not a catch-all for 'I don't understand' or 'the instructions are vague.' For those, you'd use words like 不清楚 (bù qīng chǔ - not clear) or 模糊 (mó hú - vague/blurry).
正确的: 我的记忆很朦胧。(My memory is hazy.)
不正确的: 我对这个概念很朦胧。(I am hazy about this concept. -> Use 不清楚 or 模糊 instead.)
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The reduplication of similar-meaning characters to intensify or create a new nuance is a common feature in Chinese vocabulary development.
Schwierigkeitsgrad
Two common characters, but 朦 is slightly less frequent. The combination makes it B2.
Two characters, 朦 has more strokes.
Two-syllable word, relatively straightforward pronunciation.
Distinctive sound, often heard in descriptive contexts.
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Wichtige Grammatik
朦胧 (ménglóng) is an adjective and can be used directly before a noun to describe it.
朦胧的月光 (ménglóng de yuèguāng) - hazy moonlight
It can be used after an adverb to modify its degree, such as 很 (hěn - very) or 有点 (yǒudiǎn - a little bit).
天色有点朦胧 (tiānsè yǒudiǎn ménglóng) - The sky is a bit dim.
朦胧 can be used in a 'Subject + 朦胧 + 了' structure to indicate a change of state.
光线朦胧了 (guāngxiàn ménglóng le) - The light became hazy.
It can be used in a comparative structure using 比 (bǐ - compare to) or 像 (xiàng - like).
他的记忆像蒙蒙胧胧 (tā de jìyì xiàng méngménglónglóng) - His memory is like dim and hazy.
朦胧 can be reduplicated (AA form: 蒙蒙胧胧 méngménglónglóng) to intensify the hazy feeling, often used poetically.
在蒙蒙胧胧的雾中 (zài méngménglónglóng de wù zhōng) - In the hazy mist.
Beispiele nach Niveau
早上的光线很朦胧。
The morning light is very dim/hazy.
我看到一个朦胧的影子。
I saw a hazy/dim shadow.
她的记忆变得朦胧了。
Her memory became dim/hazy.
月光下，一切都显得很朦胧。
Under the moonlight, everything seemed very dim/hazy.
雾让远处的山看起来很朦胧。
The fog made the distant mountains look very hazy.
他的未来一片朦胧。
His future is dim/hazy.
我有一个朦胧的感觉。
I have a vague/hazy feeling.
在梦里，一切都是朦胧的。
In dreams, everything is dim/hazy.
月光很朦胧，看不清楚路。
The moonlight is very dim, cannot see the road clearly.
早上雾气朦胧，一切都看不清。
In the morning, the fog is hazy, everything is unclear.
她的记忆有些朦胧，记不起细节了。
Her memory is a bit obscure, can't remember the details.
画中的风景很朦胧，像梦一样。
The scenery in the painting is very hazy, like a dream.
他朦胧地看到了一个人影。
He vaguely saw a figure.
我对这个计划只有一个朦胧的想法。
I only have a vague idea about this plan.
清晨，远处的山峦在朦胧中。
Early morning, the distant mountains are in the haze.
她朦胧的睡眼还没完全睁开。
Her hazy sleepy eyes haven't fully opened yet.
黎明时分，窗外是一片朦胧的景象。
At dawn, outside the window was a dim scene.
朦胧 (ménglóng) as an adjective describing the scene.
她透过朦胧的泪眼看着他。
She looked at him through hazy, tear-filled eyes.
朦胧 (ménglóng) modifying '泪眼' (lèiyǎn - tear-filled eyes).
清晨的薄雾让远处的山看起来很朦胧。
The thin mist in the early morning made the distant mountains look hazy.
朦胧 (ménglóng) used as an adjective after '很' (hěn - very).
我对那段童年记忆只有一些朦胧的印象。
I only have some vague impressions of that childhood memory.
朦胧 (ménglóng) modifying '印象' (yìnxiàng - impression).
灯光太暗，照片拍出来有点朦胧。
The light was too dim, so the photos came out a bit blurry.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing the quality of the photos.
他朦胧地感觉到有人在看着他。
He vaguely felt someone was watching him.
朦胧 (ménglóng) used as an adverb to describe the feeling.
月光穿过云层，显得格外朦胧。
The moonlight passed through the clouds, appearing especially hazy.
朦胧 (ménglóng) as an adjective describing the moonlight.
艺术家的画作中，色彩常常显得朦胧而神秘。
In the artist's paintings, the colors often appear dim and mysterious.
朦胧 (ménglóng) used to describe the colors in a painting.
黎明时分，窗外是一片朦胧的景象。
At dawn, outside the window was a dim scene.
朦胧 (ménglóng) as an adjective describing the scenery.
我记得那个夜晚的细节已经很朦胧了。
My memories of the details of that night are already very hazy.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing memories.
在晨雾中，远处的山峦显得十分朦胧。
In the morning fog, the distant mountains appeared very obscure.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing mountains obscured by fog.
她透过朦胧的泪眼看着他。
She looked at him through hazy, tear-filled eyes.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing eyes blurred by tears.
他的回答很朦胧，我没听懂。
His answer was very obscure; I didn't understand it.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing an unclear answer.
那段朦胧的往事，如今已无法追溯。
That dim past, now can no longer be traced.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing a past that is not clear.
月光透过云层，洒下朦胧的光晕。
The moonlight shone through the clouds, casting a hazy glow.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing the glow of moonlight.
我对他话语中的深层含义感到有些朦胧。
I felt a bit obscure about the deeper meaning in his words.
朦胧 (ménglóng) describing a feeling of not understanding clearly.
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在朦胧中醒来。
Woke up in a haze.
夜色朦胧。
The night is dim.
他的眼神有些朦胧。
His eyes were a bit hazy.
透过朦胧的玻璃看东西。
To see things through hazy glass.
对未来感到有些朦胧。
Feeling a bit vague about the future.
朦胧中看到了一个人影。
Saw a figure in the dimness.
写下朦胧的诗句。
Wrote hazy poetic lines.
朦胧的意识。
Faint consciousness.
清晨，大地还一片朦胧。
In the early morning, the land was still hazy.
他对我说了些朦胧的话。
He said some vague things to me.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
While 'dim' can be a good translation for 朦胧, 'dim' can also refer to just low light without the soft, hazy quality that 朦胧 implies. For example, a 'dim room' might just be dark, not necessarily hazy.
'Hazy' is a very close translation, especially for weather conditions. However, 朦胧 can also be used for feelings or thoughts, which 'hazy' doesn't always capture as directly.
'Obscure' implies something is unclear due to being hidden or difficult to understand, which is a broader meaning than 朦胧's focus on a soft, diffused lack of clarity. Something 'obscure' might be intentionally hidden, while 朦胧 is usually a natural state.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
"朦胧的月光"
Hazy moonlight
月光穿过薄雾，显得朦胧而神秘。 (The moonlight, passing through the thin mist, appeared hazy and mysterious.)
neutral"朦胧的记忆"
Vague memory
我对童年的记忆有些朦胧，记不清很多细节了。 (My memories of childhood are a bit vague; I can't recall many details.)
neutral"睡眼朦胧"
Sleepy-eyed, half-asleep
他睡眼朦胧地起床，准备去上班。 (He woke up sleepy-eyed, ready to go to work.)
neutral"月色朦胧"
Dim moonlight
月色朦胧，为夜晚增添了几分浪漫。 (The dim moonlight added a touch of romance to the night.)
neutral"朦胧诗"
Misty poetry (a genre of modern Chinese poetry)
他喜欢读朦胧诗，觉得很有意境。 (He likes to read misty poetry, feeling it has a rich artistic conception.)
neutral"朦朦胧胧"
Hazy, indistinct (reduplication for emphasis)
窗外下着小雨，一切都显得朦朦胧胧的。 (Outside the window, it was drizzling, and everything appeared hazy and indistinct.)
neutral"在朦胧中"
In a haze, in obscurity
我从睡梦中醒来，一切都在朦胧中。 (I woke from my dream, and everything was in a haze.)
neutral"晨光朦胧"
Dim morning light
晨光朦胧时，小鸟就开始唱歌了。 (When the morning light was dim, the birds started to sing.)
neutral"朦胧美"
Hazy beauty
这幅画有一种朦胧美，让人浮想联翩。 (This painting has a hazy beauty that sparks endless imagination.)
neutral"前景朦胧"
Unclear prospects, uncertain future
公司的前景有些朦胧，大家都感到不安。 (The company's prospects are a bit unclear, and everyone feels uneasy.)
neutralLeicht verwechselbar
Both 朦胧 and 模糊 can describe something unclear. However, 模糊 is much broader and refers to a lack of clarity in general, whether it's visual, auditory, or conceptual. 朦胧 is specifically about a soft, dreamlike haziness, often associated with light or atmosphere.
朦胧 focuses on a soft, aesthetic haziness, often with a hint of beauty or mystery. 模糊 is a more general term for unclearness, without the specific aesthetic connotation.
他记不清老师的脸了，只留下一个模糊的印象。(He couldn't remember the teacher's face, only a blurry impression remained.)
This phrase explicitly states 'not clear,' which is similar to the concept of haziness. But again, it's a general lack of clarity.
模糊不清 emphasizes a complete lack of clarity. 朦胧 implies a specific kind of soft, perhaps romantic, haziness.
照片拍得模糊不清，什么都看不出来。(The photo was blurry and unclear; nothing could be seen.)
隐约 also describes something that is not clear or fully visible, but it often implies something is faintly discernible or just barely perceivable.
隐约 suggests something is just on the verge of being seen or heard, a slight glimpse or hint. 朦胧 implies a broader, softer haziness that covers a scene or object.
我隐约听到有人在叫我的名字。(I faintly heard someone calling my name.)
This is actually a common phrase that uses 朦胧, but learners might confuse it with the general meaning of 'beauty.' It's important to understand that '朦胧美' refers to the beauty of something that is not completely clear, that leaves room for imagination.
This is a specific application of 朦胧, highlighting the aesthetic quality of haziness. It's not a direct synonym but a concept built upon 朦胧.
中国水墨画常常带有朦胧美。(Chinese ink wash paintings often possess a hazy beauty.)
迷茫 describes a feeling of being lost or confused, often in a metaphorical sense (e.g., 'feeling lost in life'). While both can relate to a lack of clarity, 迷茫 is an internal state, whereas 朦胧 describes external conditions.
迷茫 is about internal confusion or uncertainty. 朦胧 is about external visual or atmospheric haziness.
他对未来感到很迷茫。(He felt very confused about the future.)
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Core Meaning of 朦胧
The most common use of 朦胧 (ménglóng) is to describe something that is not clear, often due to light conditions. Think of it as a beautiful, gentle haze or dimness.
Visual Context for 朦胧
朦胧 is frequently used for visual descriptions. Imagine a foggy morning, soft moonlight, or a blurry memory. It implies a lack of sharp focus, a sense of being obscure.
Sensory Connection for 朦胧
While primarily visual, 朦胧 can sometimes extend to other senses, like a faint, indistinct sound. But focus on the visual ambiguity first.
朦胧 vs. 模糊
Don't confuse 朦胧 (ménglóng) with 模糊 (móhu). 模糊 means generally blurry or vague, often implying a defect or lack of clarity. 朦胧 often carries a more aesthetic or poetic connotation, a gentle dimness, not necessarily a flaw.
Common Collocations with 朦胧
Learn these common phrases: 朦胧的月光 (ménglóng de yuèguāng) – hazy moonlight, 朦胧的晨光 (ménglóng de chénguāng) – dim morning light, 朦胧的睡意 (ménglóng de shuìyì) – drowsiness (lit. hazy sleepiness).
Using 朦胧 for Emotions
朦胧 can also describe feelings or thoughts that are not fully formed or clear, a sense of vague emotion. For example, 朦胧的爱 (ménglóng de ài) – a nascent, indistinct love.
Practice with Sentences
The best way to get it is to use it. Try saying:
1. 窗外月光朦胧。(Chuāngwài yuèguāng ménglóng.) – Outside the window, the moonlight is hazy.
2. 他在朦胧中醒来。(Tā zài ménglóng zhōng xǐng lái.) – He woke up in a daze (or dim state).
Reading Context for 朦胧
You'll often find 朦胧 in literature, poetry, and descriptions of natural scenery. It adds a touch of beauty and mystery. Look for it when reading about landscapes, especially during dawn or dusk. It evokes a feeling of softness or gentle obscurity.
Pronunciation Practice for 朦胧
Pay attention to the tones: méng (second tone) lóng (second tone). Repeat it often to get the sound right. Méng lóng.
Connecting to English Equivalents for 朦胧
Think of English words like dim, hazy, obscure, misty, faint, or subtle. The nuance often depends on the specific context, but these give you a good starting point.
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Imagine a **dim** **hazy** **moon** (朦 - méng) over a **long** (胧 - lóng) river. So, 朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim, hazy, obscure.
Visuelle Assoziation
Picture a misty morning where the sun is just barely peeking through, creating a soft, **dim** and **hazy** light. You can barely make out the shapes of trees in the distance because they are **obscure**.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try to describe a scene using 朦胧. For example: '早上，窗外一片朦胧' (In the morning, it's dim/hazy outside the window). Or, '她看着他，眼神朦胧' (She looked at him with hazy/dim eyes, implying sleepiness or confusion).
Wortherkunft
From '朦' (méng) and '胧' (lóng). Both characters individually mean dim or indistinct.
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: The combination emphasizes the sense of being indistinct, hazy, or unclear.
Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic, ChineseKultureller Kontext
When describing a scene, especially in poetry or literature, '朦胧' often evokes a sense of beauty, mystery, or a dream-like quality. It's frequently used to describe natural phenomena like mist, moonlight, or a distant view, adding a touch of romance or introspection to the description.
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Describing morning mist or fog:
- 清晨的雾气朦胧。(The morning mist is hazy.)
- 山峦在朦胧中若隐若现。(The mountains are dimly visible in the haze.)
- 曙光穿透朦胧。(Dawn light penetrates the haze.)
Referring to indistinct memories or feelings:
- 记忆有些朦胧。(The memory is a bit hazy.)
- 他对那件事的印象很朦胧。(His impression of that event is very obscure.)
- 一种朦胧的感情。(A vague feeling.)
When talking about light that is not bright:
- 月光朦胧。(The moonlight is dim/hazy.)
- 灯光朦胧。(The lamplight is dim.)
- 朦胧的烛光。(Hazy candlelight.)
Describing something that is unclear or not sharply defined (e.g., a painting, a scene):
- 这幅画的背景很朦胧。(The background of this painting is very hazy/obscure.)
- 照片有些朦胧。(The photo is a bit blurry.)
- 景色在雨中显得朦胧。(The scenery appears hazy in the rain.)
Figuratively describing a state of confusion or a lack of clarity in thought:
- 他脑子里一片朦胧。(His mind was in a haze/muddled.)
- 对未来感到朦胧。(Feeling unclear about the future.)
- 朦胧的意识。(Hazy consciousness.)
Gesprächseinstiege
"你最近有没有见过什么特别朦胧的景色？(Have you seen any particularly hazy scenery recently?)"
"有没有什么让你觉得记忆很朦胧的事情？(Is there anything that makes your memories feel hazy?)"
"你喜欢朦胧的月光还是明亮的月光？(Do you prefer dim moonlight or bright moonlight?)"
"你觉得人生中什么时候会感到最朦胧？(When do you think people feel most unclear/hazy in life?)"
"一幅画或一张照片，什么情况下会让你觉得它很朦胧？(Under what circumstances would a painting or photo make you feel it's hazy?)"
Tagebuch-Impulse
描述一个你曾经见过的最朦胧的清晨。(Describe the haziness morning you've ever seen.)
写下你记忆中最朦胧的一段往事，并思考为什么会如此。(Write about a hazy past event from your memory and reflect on why it's so.)
如果你能生活在一个总是朦胧的世界里，你会感觉如何？(How would you feel if you lived in a world that was always hazy?)
描述一个让你感到思绪朦胧的时刻，以及你是如何处理的。(Describe a moment when you felt your thoughts were hazy, and how you dealt with it.)
用“朦胧”这个词来形容你对未来的一个想象。(Use the word "朦胧" to describe an imagination you have about the future.)
Teste dich selbst 102 Fragen
Choose the correct character for 'dim' or 'hazy'.
蒙 (méng) is the first character in 朦胧 (ménglóng), which means dim or hazy.
Which of these describes something that is not clear?
朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim or hazy, which is similar to blurry (模糊).
Which word describes a light that is not strong?
A dim or hazy light is a weak light.
The sun is very bright in the morning when it's 朦胧 (ménglóng).
朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim or hazy, so the sun would not be very bright.
You can see things very clearly when it's 朦胧 (ménglóng).
朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim or hazy, implying that things are not seen clearly.
A room with 朦胧 (ménglóng) light is good for reading.
朦胧 (ménglóng) light is dim and hazy, making it difficult to read.
This sentence means 'I like to eat apples.' The correct order is Subject (我) + Verb (喜欢) + Verb (吃) + Object (苹果).
This sentence means 'She is a teacher.' The correct order is Subject (她) + Verb (是) + Quantity (一个) + Noun (老师).
This sentence means 'Are we going to school?' The correct order is Subject (我们) + Verb (去) + Location (学校) + Question Particle (吗).
Choose the best description for something that is 朦胧 (ménglóng).
朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim, hazy, or obscure, so 'a little unclear or fuzzy' is the best description.
Which sentence uses 朦胧 (ménglóng) correctly?
朦胧 (ménglóng) is used to describe things that are visually unclear or hazy, like the moon or light. It doesn't describe sounds, colors in a fashionable way, or feelings of fullness.
If the morning light is 朦胧 (ménglóng), what does it mean?
When morning light is 朦胧 (ménglóng), it means it's dim or hazy, not strong and clear. It's often soft and diffused.
你可以用朦胧 (ménglóng) 来形容你对未来的计划非常清楚。(Nǐ kěyǐ yòng ménglóng lái xíngróng nǐ duì wèilái de jìhuà fēicháng qīngchǔ.) - You can use '朦胧' to describe your future plans as very clear.
朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim, hazy, or obscure. It's the opposite of clear. So, you would not use it to describe clear plans.
大雾天气，远处的山看起来很朦胧。(Dà wù tiānqì, yuǎn chù de shān kàn qǐlái hěn ménglóng.) - In foggy weather, the distant mountains look very hazy.
朦胧 (ménglóng) perfectly describes how things look in fog – unclear and hazy.
朦胧 (ménglóng) can describe a very bright and sunny day. (Ménglóng can describe a very bright and sunny day.)
朦胧 (ménglóng) means dim or hazy, which is the opposite of a very bright and sunny day.
You wake up and the morning light is soft and dim. Describe what you see outside your window in a short sentence.
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早上，窗外的光线很朦胧。
Imagine you are in a foggy place. Write one sentence describing the hazy view.
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雾很大，我看不清，一切都很朦胧。
You are trying to remember something, but it's not clear. Describe this feeling in one sentence using '朦胧'.
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我的记忆很朦胧，我记不清了。
根据短文，今天早上的阳光怎么样？
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今天早上，我醒来时，外面还很早。窗外的天空灰蒙蒙的，阳光很朦胧。我看到几棵树，它们的轮廓也有些模糊。
根据短文，今天早上的阳光怎么样？
文章中明确提到“阳光很朦胧”。
文章中明确提到“阳光很朦胧”。
短文中，“朦胧”形容的是什么？
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他有一个梦想，但这个梦想对他来说很朦胧，他不知道该怎么实现。他常常思考，但答案总是不清楚。
短文中，“朦胧”形容的是什么？
文章说“这个梦想对他来说很朦胧”。
文章说“这个梦想对他来说很朦胧”。
房间里的灯光为什么让东西看起来朦胧？
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晚上，灯光很暗，房间里的一切都显得有些朦胧。我坐在沙发上，看不清楚桌子上的书。
房间里的灯光为什么让东西看起来朦胧？
文章中提到“灯光很暗，房间里的一切都显得有些朦胧”，说明灯光暗是原因。
文章中提到“灯光很暗，房间里的一切都显得有些朦胧”，说明灯光暗是原因。
清晨，窗外的景色一片___。
清晨的景色常常是模糊不清的，用“朦胧”来形容非常贴切。
在雾中，远处的山看起来很___。
雾会让远处的物体变得模糊，所以用“朦胧”来形容是正确的。
她的眼神中带着一丝___的悲伤。
“朦胧”可以形容情感上模糊不清、难以捉摸的状态。
夜晚的城市灯火___，非常美丽。
夜晚的灯光往往会给人一种模糊而梦幻的感觉，用“朦胧”来形容很恰当。
我对他说的这番话感觉很___，不太明白。
如果一个人说的话让人感觉模糊不清，难以理解，就可以用“朦胧”来形容。
雨后的清晨，空气中弥漫着一层___的雾气。
雨后常有雾气，使得景色模糊不清，所以“朦胧”是合适的选择。
Choose the best description for “朦胧”.
朦胧 describes something that is dim, hazy, or obscure, not clear or bright.
Which of these situations best fits the word “朦胧”?
“朦胧” is used to describe things that are unclear or indistinct, like in a foggy morning.
The sentence '早晨的阳光看起来有些朦胧' means:
“朦胧” describes the sunlight as dim or hazy, fitting the context of morning light that isn't fully clear yet.
If something is “朦胧”, it is easy to see.
“朦胧” means dim, hazy, or obscure, making it difficult, not easy, to see.
You can use “朦胧” to describe a very clear and distinct memory.
“朦胧” means unclear or obscure, so it would not be used for a very clear memory.
When you wake up and your vision is still a bit blurry, you could describe it as “朦胧”.
“朦胧” fits the description of vision that is not yet clear, similar to being hazy or dim.
The morning view from the window was hazy.
I like the hazy early morning; it makes the city look peaceful.
The fog was thick; the distant mountains were faintly visible in the haze.
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朦胧的月光洒满了小路。
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她朦胧的记忆里有一个小女孩。
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在朦胧的灯光下，他看书。
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Describe a foggy morning using '朦胧'.
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今天早上，窗外一片朦胧，我几乎看不清路。
Write a sentence about a dim light using '朦胧'.
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房间里的灯光很朦胧，我很难看清楚书上的字。
Imagine you are dreaming. Describe the scene using '朦胧'.
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在梦里，我看到一个朦胧的影子，但我不知道是谁。
根据这段文字，远处的山看起来怎么样？
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清晨，太阳还没有完全升起，远处的山被一层薄雾笼罩着，看起来非常朦胧。小鸟在树上轻轻地唱歌，空气中弥漫着清新的泥土味道。
根据这段文字，远处的山看起来怎么样？
文章中明确提到“远处的山被一层薄雾笼罩着，看起来非常朦胧”。
文章中明确提到“远处的山被一层薄雾笼罩着，看起来非常朦胧”。
这段文字中，“朦胧”形容的是什么？
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夜幕降临，城市的霓虹灯在雨中显得格外朦胧。行人在路灯下匆匆走过，留下一个个模糊的背影。
这段文字中，“朦胧”形容的是什么？
文章中写道“城市的霓虹灯在雨中显得格外朦胧”。
文章中写道“城市的霓虹灯在雨中显得格外朦胧”。
为什么他分不清是黎明还是阴天？
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他早上醒来时，窗外还是一片朦胧，分不清是黎明还是阴天。他揉了揉眼睛，希望能看清楚一些，但窗外的景色依然模糊。
为什么他分不清是黎明还是阴天？
文章中提到“窗外还是一片朦胧，分不清是黎明还是阴天”，直接指明了原因。
文章中提到“窗外还是一片朦胧，分不清是黎明还是阴天”，直接指明了原因。
This sentence describes how the scenery appears hazy under the night sky.
This sentence means he has hazy dreams for the future.
This sentence describes her opening her eyes in a hazy state (e.g., just waking up).
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: “清晨，雾气弥漫，远处的山峦显得非常____。”
The sentence describes a foggy morning where distant mountains appear unclear, which matches the meaning of 朦胧 (hazy).
Which of the following situations best describes something as 朦胧?
朦胧 can describe a state of being unclear or obscure, which applies to a hazy feeling or perception, like when just waking up.
“她的记忆有些____，想不起昨晚发生了什么。” Which word fits best here?
The sentence describes someone having unclear or hazy memories, which is a common usage of 朦胧.
If you describe a painting as having a '朦胧美' (hazy beauty), it means the details are very sharp and defined.
'朦胧美' refers to a beauty that is soft, ethereal, and not sharply defined, emphasizing the haziness or obscurity.
When the moon is 朦胧, it means it is shining very brightly and clearly.
A 朦胧 moon implies it is dim, obscured, or not shining clearly, often due to clouds or mist.
“朦胧的灯光” (dim light) suggests the light is bright and allows you to see everything clearly.
“朦胧的灯光” describes dim or faint light, which makes things less clear and often creates a soft, somewhat obscure atmosphere.
Describe a foggy morning walk using '朦胧'. What did you see or feel?
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清晨，外面一片朦胧，像被一层薄纱笼罩着。我走出家门，一切都看起来模模糊糊的，树木的轮廓变得不再清晰，远处的高楼也只剩下一个朦胧的影子。这种朦胧的感觉让人觉得世界很安静，也很神秘。
Imagine you are describing a memory that is not very clear. How would you use '朦胧' to convey this feeling?
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我对童年的一些记忆已经很朦胧了。有些事情我只记得一个大概的轮廓，细节都变得模糊不清。比如第一次去游乐园的经历，我只记得色彩很鲜艳，人很多，但具体的场景已经很朦胧了。
Use '朦胧' to describe the light during a sunrise or sunset.
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日出时分，天边的光线是朦胧的。没有刺眼的光芒，只有一片柔和的、带着暖意的亮色。这种朦胧的光线让人感到宁静和舒适，预示着新的一天即将开始。
根据短文，天空中弥漫着薄雾时，远处的山峦看起来怎么样？
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傍晚，天空中弥漫着一层薄雾，远处的山峦在朦胧中若隐若现。街上的灯光也变得柔和起来，给这座城市增添了几分神秘的色彩。人们在这样的环境中散步，仿佛置身于一幅水墨画中。
根据短文，天空中弥漫着薄雾时，远处的山峦看起来怎么样？
文章中明确提到“远处的山峦在朦胧中若隐若现”，说明在薄雾中，山峦看得不清楚，时而出现时而消失。
文章中明确提到“远处的山峦在朦胧中若隐若现”，说明在薄雾中，山峦看得不清楚，时而出现时而消失。
根据短文，为什么他看东西会感到朦胧？
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他刚睡醒，眼睛还带着一丝朦胧，看什么都有些模糊。他揉了揉眼睛，努力想看清桌上的钟表，但数字依然有些朦胧。他知道自己需要一杯咖啡来清醒一下。
根据短文，为什么他看东西会感到朦胧？
文章开头就说明“他刚睡醒，眼睛还带着一丝朦胧”，所以是因为刚睡醒导致看东西模糊。
文章开头就说明“他刚睡醒，眼睛还带着一丝朦胧”，所以是因为刚睡醒导致看东西模糊。
在艺术作品中，画家们通常如何表现朦胧美？
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在艺术作品中，朦胧美常常被用来创造一种诗意的氛围。画家们会用柔和的色彩和模糊的轮廓来表现这种朦胧感，让观者在欣赏时有更多的想象空间。例如，一些山水画就善于运用这种手法。
在艺术作品中，画家们通常如何表现朦胧美？
短文指出“画家们会用柔和的色彩和模糊的轮廓来表现这种朦胧感”。
短文指出“画家们会用柔和的色彩和模糊的轮廓来表现这种朦胧感”。
This sentence describes how the scenery appears hazy under the moonlight. The correct order places the modifier '月光下' (under the moonlight) before '的景色' (the scenery), and '显得朦胧' (appears hazy) as the predicate.
This sentence describes a hazy rainy morning. The order should be '一个' (a/an), then the adjective '朦胧' (hazy), followed by '的' (possessive/descriptive particle), and finally the noun phrase '雨清晨' (rainy morning).
This sentence describes a face appearing hazy in the smoke. The correct order is '她的脸' (her face), followed by '在烟雾中' (in the smoke) as a prepositional phrase indicating location, and then '显得朦胧' (appears hazy).
Describe a foggy morning in a city. Use '朦胧' to describe the atmosphere and light.
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清晨，城市笼罩在浓雾之中，一切都显得那么朦胧。路灯的光晕在雾气中散开，行人也变得影影绰绰，给这座城市增添了一份神秘感。
Imagine you are recalling a distant memory. How would you use '朦胧' to convey the vagueness of that memory?
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那段儿时的记忆，如今在我脑海中已经变得十分朦胧。许多细节都已记不清，只剩下一些零散的片段和模糊的画面。
Write a short paragraph about the feeling of waking up in a dream-like state. Incorporate '朦胧' to describe the sensation.
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从一个漫长的睡梦中醒来，我感到意识还是一片朦胧。周围的一切都显得不太真实，仿佛还在梦境与现实之间徘徊。
根据这段文字，作者用“朦胧”来描述什么？ (Based on the text, what does the author use '朦胧' to describe?)
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清晨，窗外的大地笼罩着一层薄雾，远处的山峦在雾气中显得朦胧不清。太阳的光线透过云层，也变得柔和而朦胧，给整个世界披上了一层神秘的纱衣。
根据这段文字，作者用“朦胧”来描述什么？ (Based on the text, what does the author use '朦胧' to describe?)
文中提到“远处的山峦在雾气中显得朦胧不清”和“太阳的光线透过云层，也变得柔和而朦胧”。 (The text mentions 'the distant mountains appeared hazy and indistinct in the mist' and 'the sun's rays through the clouds also became soft and hazy'.)
文中提到“远处的山峦在雾气中显得朦胧不清”和“太阳的光线透过云层，也变得柔和而朦胧”。 (The text mentions 'the distant mountains appeared hazy and indistinct in the mist' and 'the sun's rays through the clouds also became soft and hazy'.)
作者用“朦胧的梦”来比喻什么？ (What does the author use '朦胧的梦' to metaphorize?)
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他回顾起自己的童年，许多往事都已经变得模糊不清，像一场朦胧的梦。那些曾经熟悉的面孔，如今也只剩下依稀的轮廓。
作者用“朦胧的梦”来比喻什么？ (What does the author use '朦胧的梦' to metaphorize?)
文中明确指出“许多往事都已经变得模糊不清，像一场朦胧的梦”，所以是比喻模糊的童年往事。 (The text clearly states 'many past events have become vague and indistinct, like a hazy dream', so it's a metaphor for vague childhood memories.)
文中明确指出“许多往事都已经变得模糊不清，像一场朦胧的梦”，所以是比喻模糊的童年往事。 (The text clearly states 'many past events have become vague and indistinct, like a hazy dream', so it's a metaphor for vague childhood memories.)
“朦胧”在这里强调了什么？ (What does '朦胧' emphasize here?)
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在昏暗的灯光下，书桌上的一切都显得有些朦胧。他努力辨认纸上的字迹，却发现它们也变得模糊难辨，仿佛被一层薄雾笼罩。
“朦胧”在这里强调了什么？ (What does '朦胧' emphasize here?)
文中提到“昏暗的灯光下”和“字迹也变得模糊难辨”，都指向视线受到阻碍，看东西不清楚。 (The text mentions 'under dim light' and 'the handwriting also became blurry and indistinct', both pointing to obstructed and unclear vision.)
文中提到“昏暗的灯光下”和“字迹也变得模糊难辨”，都指向视线受到阻碍，看东西不清楚。 (The text mentions 'under dim light' and 'the handwriting also became blurry and indistinct', both pointing to obstructed and unclear vision.)
This sentence describes seeing a hazy shadow in the morning light. The word 朦胧 (ménglóng) modifies 影子 (yǐngzi), meaning 'shadow', indicating it was not clearly visible.
This sentence means 'Her memories began to become hazy and unclear.' 朦胧 (ménglóng) here describes the state of her memories, implying a lack of clarity.
This sentence translates to 'Through the thin mist, I saw the distant mountain peaks appear very hazy.' 朦胧 (ménglóng) is used to describe the appearance of the mountain peaks due to the mist.
清晨，窗外一片___，仿佛置身于梦境之中。
The context describes a dreamlike, unclear scene in the early morning, which perfectly matches the meaning of '朦胧' (hazy, dim). '清晰' means clear, '明亮' means bright, and '模糊' means blurry but doesn't quite capture the poetic sense of '朦胧'.
他的记忆变得越来越___，许多往事都已记不清了。
The sentence indicates that his memories are becoming less clear and he can't remember many past events. '朦胧' (hazy, obscure) accurately describes this state. '清楚' (clear), '生动' (vivid), and '鲜明' (distinct) are antonyms in this context.
在薄雾中，远处的山峦显得格外___，如水墨画一般。
The presence of '薄雾' (thin mist) would make the distant mountains appear unclear and soft, like a traditional Chinese ink wash painting. '朦胧' (hazy, dim) fits this description. '锐利' (sharp), '清晰' (clear), and '鲜艳' (brightly colored) are contrary to the image evoked.
她睡眼惺忪，看着窗外___的晨光，感到有些迷茫。
Someone who is '睡眼惺忪' (still sleepy) would likely perceive the '晨光' (morning light) as soft and indistinct, rather than harsh or bright. '朦胧' (dim, hazy) describes this gentle, unclear light. '刺眼' (dazzling), '耀眼' (blinding), and '炽热' (blazing hot) describe intense light, which wouldn't fit the context of just waking up.
艺术家的画作以其独特的___美感而闻名，充满了诗意。
The phrase '充满了诗意' (full of poetic meaning) suggests an artistic style that is not overtly clear or explicit, but rather subtle and suggestive. '朦胧' (hazy, obscure) fits this aesthetic of conveying depth through a lack of sharp definition. '清晰' (clear), '鲜明' (distinct), and '具体' (concrete) are opposite to this artistic approach.
这首歌词的意境十分___，给人留下了无限的想象空间。
If a song's lyrics leave '无限的想象空间' (limitless room for imagination), it implies that the meaning is not explicit or straightforward. '朦胧' (obscure, hazy) captures this quality of being suggestive rather than definitive. '直白' (frank/direct), '明确' (clear), and '具体' (concrete) would limit imagination, which is contrary to the sentence's meaning.
她透过朦胧的月光，看到了花园里摇曳的树影，感到一丝不安。
'朦胧' (ménglóng) refers to something that is dim, hazy, or obscure. Here, it describes the moonlight as not being clear or bright, which contributes to the feeling of unease.
清晨，窗外的一切都笼罩在一片朦胧之中，仿佛置身仙境。
Here, '朦胧' (ménglóng) creates an atmosphere where everything outside the window is not clearly visible, implying a soft, indistinct, and almost magical quality, like being in a fairyland.
他从朦胧的睡意中醒来，一时分不清自己身在何处。
'朦胧的睡意' (ménglóng de shuìyì) literally means 'hazy sleepiness.' It describes the state between being fully asleep and fully awake, where one's mind is still unclear and disoriented.
“朦胧”可以用来形容一个人的记忆非常清晰，毫无模糊之处。
This is false. '朦胧' (ménglóng) describes something dim, hazy, or obscure. If a memory is '朦胧', it means it's unclear or vague, not very clear.
当你描述一个艺术家画出的风景画轮廓分明，色彩鲜艳时，可以使用“朦胧”这个词。
This is false. '朦胧' (ménglóng) suggests indistinctness and softness. If a painting has sharp outlines and bright colors, it is the opposite of '朦胧'.
在文学作品中，用“朦胧”来形容爱情可以表达一种神秘、不确定的感觉。
This is true. '朦胧' (ménglóng) implies obscurity and a lack of clarity. When used to describe love, it can convey a sense of mystery, ambiguity, or a nascent, not-yet-fully-defined feeling, which is common in literature.
Describe a scene using '朦胧' to convey a sense of mystery or uncertainty. Focus on how the haziness affects perception.
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清晨，雾气弥漫，远处的山峦在朦胧中若隐若现，让人分不清是现实还是梦境。行人在朦胧的街灯下匆匆而过，身影模糊，一切都显得那么不真实。
Write a short paragraph about someone's feelings or memories being '朦胧', meaning they are vague or unclear. How does this affect their understanding or emotional state?
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他对童年的记忆总是那么朦胧，许多细节都已模糊不清，只剩下一些零散的片段。这种朦胧感让他对自己的过去感到困惑，也让他对未来充满了不确定性。
Imagine you are painting a picture. Describe what you would paint using '朦胧' to create a particular artistic effect. What emotions or atmosphere would this create?
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我会在画布上描绘一幅雨后的山水画，用朦胧的笔触表现远山的烟雾缭绕，近处的树木也变得影影绰绰。这种朦胧的画面会营造出一种宁静而深远的意境，让人感到心旷神怡。
这段文字主要描绘了什么样的场景？
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夜晚，月光透过薄雾，洒在湖面上，形成一层朦胧的光晕。湖边的柳树在风中摇曳，它们的倒影在朦胧的月光下显得格外神秘。远处传来一阵悠扬的歌声，给这朦胧的夜色增添了几分诗意。
这段文字主要描绘了什么样的场景？
文章中多次提到“朦胧”，描绘了月光、柳树倒影和夜色都显得模糊不清，营造出一种神秘的氛围。
文章中多次提到“朦胧”，描绘了月光、柳树倒影和夜色都显得模糊不清，营造出一种神秘的氛围。
从这段文字中可以看出，作者对主人公未来的规划持何种态度？
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他对未来的规划总是带着一丝朦胧，虽然有很多想法，但具体实施起来却感到茫然。他知道自己想要改变，却不知道从何开始。这种朦胧感让他常常陷入沉思，也让他对自己的选择犹豫不决。
从这段文字中可以看出，作者对主人公未来的规划持何种态度？
文中提到“带着一丝朦胧”、“感到茫然”、“不知道从何开始”、“犹豫不决”，都表明了对未来规划的不确定性。
文中提到“带着一丝朦胧”、“感到茫然”、“不知道从何开始”、“犹豫不决”，都表明了对未来规划的不确定性。
根据这段文字，“朦胧美”的主要特点是什么？
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艺术作品中的“朦胧美”常常能给人留下深刻的印象。它不追求清晰的表达，而是通过模糊的轮廓、柔和的色彩，营造出一种若隐若现的意境。这种美感能激发观者的想象力，让他们在欣赏作品的同时，也能感受到一种深邃的思考。
根据这段文字，“朦胧美”的主要特点是什么？
文章中明确指出“它不追求清晰的表达，而是通过模糊的轮廓、柔和的色彩，营造出一种若隐若现的意境”。
文章中明确指出“它不追求清晰的表达，而是通过模糊的轮廓、柔和的色彩，营造出一种若隐若现的意境”。
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Core Meaning of 朦胧
The most common use of 朦胧 (ménglóng) is to describe something that is not clear, often due to light conditions. Think of it as a beautiful, gentle haze or dimness.
Visual Context for 朦胧
朦胧 is frequently used for visual descriptions. Imagine a foggy morning, soft moonlight, or a blurry memory. It implies a lack of sharp focus, a sense of being obscure.
Sensory Connection for 朦胧
While primarily visual, 朦胧 can sometimes extend to other senses, like a faint, indistinct sound. But focus on the visual ambiguity first.
朦胧 vs. 模糊
Don't confuse 朦胧 (ménglóng) with 模糊 (móhu). 模糊 means generally blurry or vague, often implying a defect or lack of clarity. 朦胧 often carries a more aesthetic or poetic connotation, a gentle dimness, not necessarily a flaw.
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