JLPT N1

冬眠

冬眠 is the word for animal hibernation. But people also use it humorously for those who stay cooped up indoors all winter.

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冬眠する verb form

冬眠状態 state of hibernation

Noun, Suru verb

Hibernation / Winter Sleep

Literally, this refers to the deep sleep or inactivity of animals like bears during winter. Figuratively, it describes a person who stays indoors and is very inactive during the cold months.

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熊は冬になると冬眠します。

Bears hibernate when winter comes.

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冬眠

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冬眠 is the word for animal hibernation. But people also use it humorously for those who stay cooped up indoors all winter.

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