N2
なぎたおす (nagi taosu)
なぎ倒す
to mow down, to cut down, to sweep down, to fell
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes cutting or knocking down many things in a sweeping motion, often with force. Can be literal (e.g., wind flattening trees) or figurative (e.g., defeating many opponents, overcoming obstacles).
📝 Example Sentences
強風が畑の作物を根こそぎなぎ倒した。
The strong wind mowed down all the crops in the field.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "なぎ倒す"!
台風の暴風雨が、沿岸の木々を次々と_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「なぎ倒す」は、強い力で広範囲のものを一気に倒す様子を表します。
English: 「なぎ倒す」 (nagi taosu) describes a strong force knocking down many things in a wide area all at once.
English: 「なぎ倒す」 (nagi taosu) describes a strong force knocking down many things in a wide area all at once.
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