JLPT N3 Intermediate
過ごす
To spend time, pass time, or do something to excess.
Readings
Other forms
過ごします polite form
過ごした plain past
過ごして te-form
過ごさない plain negative
過ごせる potential
過す less common kanji
1 Verb (transitive)
To spend time
Refers to the act of occupying a duration of time or living through a specific period in a particular manner.
Example
週末 は 家 で ゆっくり 過ごし ました 。
I spent a relaxing weekend at home.
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2 Verb (transitive), Suffix Verb
To overdo / To do too much
Indicates performing an action past a specific limit, boundary, or intended stopping point.
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