Translation guide
To push or force something or someone into a place, situation, or state, often suddenly or forcefully.
To insert or push an object into a container, opening, or confined area, often with force or speed.
A common, versatile verb for thrusting, shoving, or cramming something into a space. Can be used for physical actions and also metaphorically for diving into a topic.
He thrust his hand into his pocket.
I shoved the documents into my bag.
To push or cram something into a space, often implying it's a tight fit. More about pressing in than a sudden thrust.
He crammed his clothes into the suitcase.
To insert or plug something into a slot or opening, like a key or a card. Less forceful than 突っ込む.
Please insert your card.
To cause a person to suddenly be in a difficult, unwanted, or prominent position, often against their will.
To drive or force someone into a corner or difficult situation. Often used in the passive form 追い込まれる.
He was thrust into a difficult situation.
To throw someone into a situation or place, often casually or without preparation. Implies a lack of care.
To force or impose a role, responsibility, or task onto someone. Often has a negative connotation of pushing something unwanted.
To be abruptly put into a new state, such as chaos, darkness, or prominence.
To suddenly become the center of public attention, often unwillingly.
The verb 突く (tsuku) means 'to poke' or 'to thrust', but it is not used with 'into' in the same way as English. Use compound verbs like 突っ込む or 押し込む for the sense of thrusting into a space.
They thrust the new employee straight into a big project.
They thrust the role of leader upon him.
The incident thrust him into the public eye.