JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
捉える
To mentally grasp, interpret, or capture the essence of something abstract.
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Other forms
捕らえる used for physically catching people/animals
捕える less common variant of 捕らえる
1 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To grasp" / "To interpret
Refers to the mental act of perceiving or interpreting the true nature of a situation or concept.
Example
彼 は その 状況 を 深刻 に 捉え て いる 。
He is interpreting the situation as serious.
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2 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To capture" (the essence of something)
Describes the act of accurately representing the defining characteristics or features of a subject.
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3 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To captivate" / "To move
Indicates the act of seizing someone’s attention or emotions deeply and holding onto them.
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