N2
こうじる (kōjiru)
興じる
to be amused, to enjoy oneself, to joke around
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often used to describe someone enjoying a situation, activity, or conversation, implying finding something amusing or entertaining. Can also be used reflexively. (何かを面白いと感じて楽しむ、または冗談を言って楽しむ様子を表す。)
📝 Example Sentences
子供たちは新しいおもちゃで興じている。
The children are amusing themselves with their new toy.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "興じる"!
彼の冗談に周りの人たちはみんな_______いた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 冗談は人を楽しい気持ちにさせるものです。
English: Jokes usually make people amused or enjoy themselves.
English: Jokes usually make people amused or enjoy themselves.
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