JLPT N1 Advanced
砕く
To smash into pieces, shatter hopes, or break down complex ideas.
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1 Transitive Godan Verb
To break or crush
Describes the act of forcefully smashing a solid object into small fragments or powder.
Example
氷 を 砕いて グラス に 入れ て ください 。
Please crush some ice and put it in the glass.
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2 Transitive Godan Verb
To shatter (hopes, dreams, etc.)
Refers to the devastating destruction of abstract concepts such as will, pride, or ambition.
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3 Transitive Godan Verb
To simplify or break down
Indicates modifying complex or difficult language into a form that is simpler and easier to digest.
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