N3
よせる (yoseru)
寄せる
to bring near, to gather, to move closer
💡 Nuance & Usage:
物理的に物や人を近づける、または考えや感情を集める場合によく使われます。例：車を路肩に寄せる、思いを寄せる。 / Often used for physically moving things or people closer, or for gathering abstract things like thoughts or feelings. E.g., to pull a car to the side of the road, to harbor feelings for someone.
📝 Example Sentences
彼は窓から景色を見るために、椅子を窓際に寄せた。
He moved the chair closer to the window to see the view.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "寄せる"!
電車が近づいてきたので、ホームの端から少し後ろに体を_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 体を「後ろに寄せる」は、危険を避けるために後方に移動させるという意味です。
English: To 'yoseru' your body back means to move it backward to avoid danger.
English: To 'yoseru' your body back means to move it backward to avoid danger.
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