What does 清い mean?
清い is a Japanese adjective meaning “clear, pure, noble” in English. It is written as 清い in kanji, きよい in hiragana, and kiyoi in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N2 vocabulary.
Example sentences
水清ければ魚住まず。
Clear water breeds no fish.
心の清い人たちは幸いである。
Blessed are the pure in heart.