This is the 8728th most frequent Japanese word.
暗転
"暗転" means "a sudden change or transition to darkness, often used metaphorically for a dramatic reversal or shift."
In this sentence, "暗転" describes the physical darkening of the seating area as the curtain closes in a theater, emphasizing a literal transformation in lighting.
幕が閉じられると、客席は暗転した。
When the curtain closed, the seating area darkened.
Here, "暗転" metaphorically represents a drastic negative change in life circumstances, indicating an unforeseen shift towards adversity.
彼の人生は突然の事故によって暗転した。
His life took a sudden turn for the worse due to the unexpected accident.
In this context, "暗転" refers to the darkening of a movie screen during a transition between scenes, illustrating its use in cinematic terms.