N2
さかえる (sakaeru)
栄える
to prosper; to flourish; to thrive
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Intransitive verb. Describes a country, city, family, or business growing and becoming successful. It often has a somewhat formal or grand tone, implying long-term prosperity.
📝 Example Sentences
その国は長い間平和で栄えていた。
That country was peaceful and prosperous for a long time.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "栄える"!
昔、この地域は商業でとても_______いたそうです。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 商業が発展し、成功していたことを表すのに「栄える」が適切です。
English: 「栄える (sakaeru)」is appropriate to express that commerce was developed and successful.
English: 「栄える (sakaeru)」is appropriate to express that commerce was developed and successful.
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