N2
くすぐる (kusuguru)
くすぐる
to tickle; (figurative) to flatter, to appeal to (one's vanity/curiosity)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can be used for physical tickling or figuratively for appealing to someone's emotions or interests, often subtly.
📝 Example Sentences
弟の脇をくすぐったら、大笑いした。
When I tickled my brother's armpit, he burst into laughter.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "くすぐる"!
彼女は子供の脇を_______、笑わせた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 笑わせるために体を触る行為は「くすぐる」です。
English: The act of touching someone's body to make them laugh is 'kusuguru'.
English: The act of touching someone's body to make them laugh is 'kusuguru'.
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