大人になる

To become an adult or act with maturity

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大人になります polite form

大人になった plain past

大人になって te-form

1 Verb Phrase

"To grow up" / "To become an adult"

Refers to the literal process of transitioning from childhood into a fully independent member of society.

Example

早く大人になりたいです。

I want to grow up quickly.

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2 Verb Phrase

"To act mature" / "To be the bigger person"

Signifies behaving with maturity and prudence, often by setting aside personal ego or emotions.

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大人になる

おとなになる

To become an adult or act with maturity

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