JLPT N3 Intermediate
慌てる
To become flustered, panic, or act in a frantic rush.
Readings
Other forms
慌てます polite form
慌てない negative form
慌てた past form
慌てて te-form
周章てる rare kanji
1 Verb (intransitive)
To panic / To get flustered
Describes a state of mental confusion or discomposure caused by a sudden surprise or problem.
Example
A どう しよう 、 財布 が 見つから ない ！
B まず は 落ち着い て 。 慌て ない で 、 ゆっくり 探そう 。
[A:] What should I do? I can't find my wallet! [B:] First, calm down. Don't panic, let's look for it slowly.
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2 Verb (intransitive)
To do something in a rush
Refers to performing actions in a disorderly haste due to a lack of time or mental preparation.
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