N2
くちる (kuchiru)
朽ちる
to rot, to decay, to perish
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies a natural process of deterioration, often used for wood, plants, or abstract concepts like glory or fame that fade over time.
📝 Example Sentences
古い木造の家は雨風にさらされて朽ちていった。
The old wooden house decayed exposed to wind and rain.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "朽ちる"!
倉庫に置きっぱなしの野菜は、もう______始めた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 野菜が古くなって食べられなくなることを「朽ちる」と表現します。
English: When vegetables become old and inedible, it's expressed as '朽ちる (kuchiru)'.
English: When vegetables become old and inedible, it's expressed as '朽ちる (kuchiru)'.
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