godan verb (-su), intransitive verb
prostrate oneself; bow deeply to the ground
Describes the act of lying flat on the ground, often in a gesture of deep apology, supplication, or reverence. Can be used literally or figuratively.
彼は王の前にひれ伏した。
He prostrated himself before the king.
謝罪のため、社長の前でひれ
I am prepared to prostrate myself before the company president to apologize.