JLPT N1 Advanced
奮発
Splurging or spending generously for a special occasion.
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Other forms
奮発する plain form
奮発します polite form
奮発して te-form
奮発した past tense
1 Noun, Suru verb
To splurge" / "To treat
Describes the act of spending generously, often stretching one’s budget for a special occasion or treat.
Example
ボーナス が 出た から 、 奮発 して 新しい パソコン を 買った 。
I got my bonus, so I splurged and bought a new computer.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
To make a great effort
Refers to rousing one’s spirit or summoning strong determination to tackle a challenging task.
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