JLPT N1 Advanced
裂く
To forcibly tear, rip, or split something apart
Readings
Other forms
裂きます polite form
裂かない plain negative
裂いて te-form
裂いた past tense
割く a different word with the same reading
1 Verb (transitive)
To tear or rip
Describes the physical act of forcibly pulling a thin object apart or creating a fissure in it using one’s hands.
Example
怒って 手紙 を 細かく 裂いた 。
I got angry and tore the letter into small pieces.
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2 Verb (transitive)
To spare or set aside (as 割く)
Indicates the allocation of a portion of limited resources, such as time, space, or money, for a specific purpose.
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3 Verb (transitive)
To split up or separate (people)
Refers to the metaphorical act of forcibly severing the bond or relationship between people.
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