N2
かみしめる (kamishimeru)
かみしめる
to chew thoroughly; to reflect deeply on; to savour
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Literally means to chew thoroughly. Metaphorically, it means to deeply reflect on something, appreciate it fully, or savour an emotion or experience. Often used for joy, sadness, or a lesson learned.
📝 Example Sentences
合格の喜びをかみしめた。
I savoured the joy of passing the exam.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "かみしめる"!
彼は失敗から学んだ教訓を心の中でじっと_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「教訓」を心の中で深く考える、という意味で「かみしめる」を使います。
English: Use 'kamishimeru' to mean reflecting deeply on a lesson learned.
English: Use 'kamishimeru' to mean reflecting deeply on a lesson learned.
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