引きつける

To pull closer physically, attract or fascinate someone, or have a convulsion.

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引き付ける alternative kanji spelling

惹きつける for the "charm" meaning

引きつけます polite

引きつけた past

引きつけて te-form

1 Verb (transitive)

To pull closer / To attract physically

Describes the physical act of drawing an object or person closer to oneself.

Example

磁石は鉄を引きつける。

Magnets attract iron.

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2 Verb (transitive)

To charm / To fascinate

Refers to the power of capturing someone’s interest, heart, or attention.

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3 Verb (intransitive)

To have a convulsion

Indicates the occurrence of a sudden muscular spasm or seizure.

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引きつける

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To pull closer physically, attract or fascinate someone, or have a convulsion.

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