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N2
やわらげる (yawarageru)
和らげる

to soften, to moderate, to relieve, to ease

💡 Nuance & Usage: To make something less intense, harsh, or painful. Can be used for physical pain, emotions, or conditions. (痛みや緊張、厳しさなどを軽減させ、穏やかにする。)

📝 Example Sentences

痛みを和らげる薬を飲んだ。
I took medicine to relieve the pain.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "和らげる"!

心を落ち着かせるために、ハーブティーを飲んで緊張を_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「緊張」を「落ち着かせる」には、「軽減させる」という意味の「和らげる」が適切です。
English: To 'calm' 'tension', 'relieve' (和らげる) is the appropriate choice.
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