JLPT N4 Elementary
触る
To make physical contact with something or touch on a topic.
Readings
Other forms
触ります polite form
触らない plain negative
触った plain past
触って te-form
触れる fureru, a similar but more nuanced verb
1 Verb (Godan)
To touch
Describes the act of intentionally placing a hand or body part against an object.
Example
この 美術品 に は 触ら ない で ください 。
Please do not touch this piece of art.
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2 Verb (Godan)
To touch on (a topic)
Refers to getting involved with, meddling in, or dealing with a situation or task.
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