JLPT N3 Intermediate
満たす
To fill a physical space or satisfy a requirement or desire.
Readings
Other forms
満たします polite form
満たした past form
満たして te-form
満たされる passive form
充たす rare kanji
1 Verb (transitive)
To Satisfy / Fulfill
Applies to meeting intangible requirements like qualifying conditions, expectations, or satisfying appetites and desires.
Example
彼 の 説明 は 、 私 の 好奇心 を 満たす に は 十分 で は なかっ た 。
His explanation wasn't enough to satisfy my curiosity.
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2 Verb (transitive)
To Fill (a space)
Describes the action of filling a physical object or space to capacity with a substance such as liquid, gas, or light.
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