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The preferred state of Mucha
無我夢中mu.ga.mu.chuu Literally: nothing – self – dream – middle / inside Alternately: Utterly absorbed in something; a state of deep concentration or focus. This is usually positive, but it can be negative, as in losing oneself in something; losing control … Continue reading
Posted in Japanese, Yojijukugo
Tagged complete absorption, 無我, dreamlike state, focus, self-effacement, 夢中
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Some cows give milk; this one says “Mu”
無為無能 mu.i.mu.nou Literally: nothing – do/benefit – nothing – ability Alternately: Not doing anything, and not able to do anything. A complete lack of action, and of ability to achieve anything significant. Idle and incompetent. Notes: Keep in mind that … Continue reading
Posted in Japanese, Yojijukugo
Tagged のび太, 無為, 無能, idleness, incompetence, lack, modesty, self-effacement
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