JLPT N3 Intermediate
伸びる
To stretch, grow, improve, or become soggy
Readings
Other forms
延びる for time
伸びます polite form
伸びない negative
伸びた past form
伸びて te-form
1 Intransitive Verb
To grow or stretch (physically)
Describes physical elongation, such as height increasing or hair getting longer, as well as wrinkles smoothing out.
2 Intransitive Verb
To improve or develop
Indicates an increase in quantitative metrics like sales figures or qualitative aspects like skills and abilities.
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3 Intransitive Verb
To be extended or postponed
Refers to time frames, deadlines, or lifespans continuing longer than originally planned.
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4 Intransitive Verb
To get soggy or lose elasticity
Describes a loss of tension or texture, such as noodles becoming mushy or elastic bands losing their snap.
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