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N2
こみあげる (komiageru)
こみ上げる

to well up; to surge up (emotions, tears, vomit)

💡 Nuance & Usage: Describes an emotion (e.g., sadness, joy, anger), tears, or a physical sensation (e.g., nausea) that uncontrollably wells up or surges from within. It implies an internal rising sensation.

📝 Example Sentences

感謝の気持ちがこみ上げてきた。
A feeling of gratitude welled up within me.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "こみ上げる"!

感動的なスピーチを聞いて、思わず涙が_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 涙が内側から湧き上がるような感覚を表す時に「こみ上げる」を使います。
English: Use 'komiageru' to describe the sensation of tears welling up from within.
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