godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
become moist; get damp; be moistened
Describes something becoming moist or damp, often with a positive nuance of being pleasantly hydrated rather than just wet.
雨で空気が潤った。
The air became moist from the rain.
この化粧水で肌が潤う。
This lotion moisturizes the skin.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
profit; benefit; become prosperous
Used when someone or something gains financially or flourishes, often from an external source.
観光客が増えて町が潤った。
The town prospered as the number of tourists increased.
その事業で彼の懐が潤った。
He profited from that business.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
be refreshed (mind); be enriched (heart)
Describes a mental or emotional state of being refreshed, enriched, or nourished, often by art, nature, or kindness.
美しい音楽を聴いて心が潤った。
My heart was enriched by listening to the beautiful music.
自然の中で過ごすと気持ちが潤う。
Spending time in nature refreshes the mind.