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JLPT N4 Elementary

磨き

Polishing or refinement, referring to the act of shining a surface or improving a skill.

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磨く migaku - verb form
1 Noun

Polish / Shine

Refers to the physical act of rubbing a surface to make it smooth, clean, or glossy.

Example

この 床 は もっと 磨き が 必要 です ね 。

This floor needs more polishing.

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2 Noun

Refinement / Improvement

Describes the metaphorical process of honing a skill, artistry, or personal quality to a higher level of perfection.

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磨き
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Polishing or refinement, referring to the act of shining a surface or improving a skill.
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