1.
immersion; absorption; being deeply engrossed
The state of being completely absorbed in an activity, experience, or world to the point of losing awareness of one's surroundings.
物語に没入する。
To become immersed in a story.
没入感のあるゲームが好きだ。
I like games that have a sense of immersion.
彼女は仕事に没入するあまり、食事を忘れることがある。
She gets so absorbed in her work that she sometimes forgets to eat.
USAGE:
没入 describes deep mental absorption. It is commonly used in discussions of entertainment, art, and creative work. In recent years, 没入感 (sense of immersion) and 没入型 (immersive type) have become popular in technology and entertainment contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 没入する (to immerse oneself)
- 没入感 (sense of immersion)
- 没入型 (immersive [type])
- 没入体験 (immersive experience)
SIMILAR WORDS:
没頭する focuses on dedicating oneself single-mindedly to a task. 没入 emphasizes the psychological state of being drawn into something, often used for experiences rather than tasks.