JLPT N1
水揚げ
Literally “raising from the water,” this term describes landing a fish catch, a business’s daily sales, or helping cut flowers drink.
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Other forms
水あげ
水揚げする verb form
1 Noun, Suru verb
Landing a Catch
The act of unloading fish from a boat. It can also refer to the total amount of fish caught, i.e., the “catch” or “haul.”
Example
今朝 水揚げ され た ばかり の 新鮮 な 魚 です 。
This is fresh fish that was just landed this morning.
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2 Noun
Sales / Takings
The total sales or earnings of a business, usually for a single day.
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3 Noun, Suru verb
Helping Flowers Drink Water
A technique for treating the stems of cut flowers to help them absorb water more efficiently and last longer.
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