ephemeral qualities
[ɪˈfɛmərəl ˈkwɑːlətiz]
noun phrasepl: ephemeral qualities
qualidades efêmeras
1. characteristics or attributes that are temporary, short-lived, or fleeting in nature; qualities that do not last long or are difficult to sustain
The beauty of cherry blossoms lies in their ephemeral qualities, lasting only a few weeks each spring.
A beleza das flores de cerejeira reside em suas qualidades efêmeras, durando apenas algumas semanas cada primavera.
2. features or properties that are transient and subject to rapid change or disappearance
Social media trends are known for their ephemeral qualities, becoming obsolete within days.
As tendências de mídia social são conhecidas por suas qualidades efêmeras, tornando-se obsoletas em poucos dias.
The concept of ephemeral qualities is particularly valued in East Asian aesthetics, especially in Japanese culture (wabi-sabi), where impermanence is seen as beautiful. In contemporary Western culture, particularly in the USA and Brazil, this term is increasingly used to describe social media content, fashion trends, and digital experiences. In academic discourse across both countries, it is used to discuss philosophical concepts of time and existence.
NYC Slang
here today, gone tomorrow vibes
Related Idioms & Phrases
as fleeting as morning dew
here today, gone tomorrow
a flash in the pan
the writing on the wall
passing fancy
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