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JLPT N4 Elementary

火傷

「やけど」

Physical burn or scald injury, or figuratively suffering a painful loss.

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やけどする verb form
やけどします polite verb form
1 Noun, Suru verb

A Burn / A Scald

Refers to physical damage to the skin or tissue caused by exposure to fire, hot liquids, steam, or high temperatures.

Example

熱い お 茶 で 舌 を やけど した 。

I burned my tongue on the hot tea.

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2 Noun, Suru verb

Getting Burned (Figuratively)

Describes suffering a painful loss or severe setback, particularly in financial, professional, or romantic contexts.

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火傷 (やけど)
やけど
Physical burn or scald injury, or figuratively suffering a painful loss.
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