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JLPT N4 Elementary

回る

To turn, rotate, go around, or circulate.

Readings

Other forms

回ります polite form
回らない plain negative
回った plain past
回って te-form
回れる potential
廻る less common kanji
1 Verb (Intransitive)

To turn / To go around

Describes the physical action of rotating on an axis or moving along a circular path.

Example

公園 の 周り を 2回 、 回りました 。

I went around the park twice.

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2 Verb (Intransitive)

To visit places in a circuit / To stop by

Refers to moving through a series of locations in order, often for inspections, sightseeing, or deliveries.

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3 Verb (Intransitive)

For a turn to come around

Indicates that a specific order, role, or opportunity has reached a person in a sequence.

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4 Verb (Intransitive)

For one's mind to work well

Describes mental sharpness, quick thinking, or the ability to process information efficiently.

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5 Verb (Intransitive)

For something to take effect (like alcohol)

Signifies a substance, such as alcohol or poison, circulating and taking effect throughout the body.

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To turn, rotate, go around, or circulate.
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