JLPT N3 Intermediate
掴む
To physically grab, seize an opportunity, or mentally grasp a concept
Readings
Other forms
つかむ very common hiragana form
掴みます polite form
掴んだ plain past
掴んで te-form
掴める potential form
摑む rare kanji
1 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To grab" / "To hold on to
Describes the physical act of forcefully or firmly closing one’s hand around an object.
Example
電車 で 倒れ ない よう に 、 つり革 を 掴ん だ 。
I grabbed a strap on the train so I wouldn't fall.
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2 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To get" / "To win
Refers to actively obtaining something abstract yet valuable, such as a chance, victory, or large sum of money.
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3 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To grasp" / "To get the hang of
Describes understanding the essential meaning, knack, or content of a complex matter or skill.
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