JLPT N3 Intermediate
現れる
To appear, come into sight, or become visible.
Readings
Other forms
現れます polite form
現れた past form
現れて te-form
現われる alternative spelling
表れる used for abstract concepts
1 Verb (intransitive)
To Appear / To Show Up
Describes the act of a person, object, or phenomenon coming into view or arriving at a specific location.
Example
突然 、 目 の 前 に 大きな 熊 が 現れた 。
Suddenly, a large bear appeared in front of me.
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2 Verb (intransitive)
To Become Apparent / To Emerge
Indicates that hidden qualities, emotions, effects, or tendencies have become noticeable or evident.
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