N4
わく (waku)
沸く
to boil (intransitive), to get excited, to spring up (water)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Intransitive verb. Used for water boiling by itself (例: お湯が沸く) or for something springing/welling up naturally (例: 温泉が沸く). It can also metaphorically mean for emotions or a place to get excited/lively.
📝 Example Sentences
お風呂のお湯が沸いたら教えてください。
Please let me know when the bath water boils.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "沸く"!
やかんの湯が_____まで、もう少し待ってください。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: やかんの湯は「沸く」ものです。
English: Water in a kettle 'boils' (waku).
English: Water in a kettle 'boils' (waku).
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