N3
ほほえむ (hohoemu)
微笑む
to smile
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies a gentle, slight, or internal smile, rather than a big laugh. Can be used for people, but also metaphorically for nature (e.g., flowers blooming).
📝 Example Sentences
彼女はいつも優しく微笑んでいる。
She is always smiling gently.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "微笑む"!
彼は私の冗談に_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「冗談」は人を笑顔にすることが多いので、「微笑む」が適切です。
English: Jokes often make people smile, so 'hohoemu' (to smile) is appropriate.
English: Jokes often make people smile, so 'hohoemu' (to smile) is appropriate.
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