JLPT N1 Advanced
萎える
To wither, droop, or lose motivation
Readings
Other forms
萎えます polite form
萎えた plain past
萎えて te-form
萎えない plain negative
1 Ichidan Verb, Intransitive Verb
To Wither / Droop
Describes the physical weakening or loss of vitality in plants, limbs, or objects, causing them to droop or go limp.
Example
水 を やらなかった ので 、 花 が 萎えて しまった 。
Because I didn't water them, the flowers wilted.
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2 Ichidan Verb, Intransitive Verb
To Get Demotivated / Be Turned Off
Represents a sudden and complete loss of motivation, excitement, or attraction, often triggered by a specific turn-off.
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