N2
しびれる (shibireru)
痺れる
to go numb, to tingle, to be paralyzed (with emotion)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can describe a physical sensation (e.g., foot falling asleep) or an emotional state (e.g., thrilled, overwhelmed, captivated).
📝 Example Sentences
正座をしていたら、足が痺れてしまった。
My legs went numb from sitting seiza style.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "痺れる"!
彼の素晴らしい演奏に、観客は皆______ように聞き入った。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 感動して体が動かせなくなるような状態を表します。
English: It describes a state of being so moved that one's body feels paralyzed.
English: It describes a state of being so moved that one's body feels paralyzed.
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