N2
こる (koru)
凝る
to be absorbed in, to be particular about, to stiffen (muscles)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
筋肉が硬くなる、趣味や物事に熱中する、手の込んだ細工をするなどの意味があります。自動詞。/ An intransitive verb with meanings such as muscles stiffening, being absorbed in hobbies or things, or creating elaborate craftsmanship.
📝 Example Sentences
一日中パソコン作業をしていたら、肩が凝ってしまった。
My shoulders became stiff after working on the computer all day.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "凝る"!
彼は料理に_______いて、いつも珍しい食材を探している。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「料理に凝る」は、料理に熱中し、こだわりを持つという意味です。
English: 「料理に凝る (ryōri ni koru)」 means to be absorbed in cooking and have a strong preference for it.
English: 「料理に凝る (ryōri ni koru)」 means to be absorbed in cooking and have a strong preference for it.
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