JLPT N3 Intermediate
広がる
To spread, extend, or become widespread.
Readings
Other forms
拡がる same meaning, less common kanji
広げる transitive verb: "to spread something"
1 Intransitive Verb
To Spread / Extend (Physically)
Describes a physical space becoming larger, a view opening up, or an object extending outward to cover more area.
Example
山 の 上 から 、 美しい 景色 が 目 の 前 に 広がって いた 。
From the top of the mountain, a beautiful view was spread out before my eyes.
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2 Intransitive Verb
To Spread / Get Around (Non-physically)
Indicates the dissemination of abstract concepts, trends, diseases, or information throughout a group or society.
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