JLPT N4 Elementary
泣く
To cry, weep, or suffer from a difficult situation.
Readings
Other forms
泣きます polite form
泣いた plain past
泣いて te-form
泣かない plain negative
泣ける potential form / to be moved to tears
1 Godan Verb (Intransitive)
To cry / To weep
This action involves shedding tears or vocalizing sorrow in response to intense emotions such as grief, joy, or pain.
Example
この 映画 は 感動的 で 、 最後 の シーン で 泣いて しまった 。
This movie was so moving that I ended up crying at the last scene.
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2 Godan Verb (Intransitive)
To suffer / To be troubled by
Indicates suffering a loss, disadvantage, or deep regret due to external circumstances or one’s own actions.
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