熟す · godan verb (-su)
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 熟す | 熟さない |
| Polite | 熟します | 熟しません |
| Past polite | 熟しました | 熟しませんでした |
| Past | 熟した | 熟さなかった |
| Te-form | 熟して | 熟さないで |
| Desire | 熟したい | 熟したくない |
| Potential | 熟せる | 熟せない |
| Passive | 熟される | 熟されない |
| Causative | 熟させる | 熟させない |
| Causative passive | 熟させられる | 熟させられない |
| Volitional | 熟そう | |
| Polite volitional | 熟しましょう | |
| Imperative | 熟せ | 熟すな |
| Conditional | 熟せば | 熟さなければ |
| Tara conditional | 熟したら | 熟さなかったら |
godan verb (-su), suru verb (precursor), intransitive verb
Used for fruit, crops, or figuratively for skills and plans reaching maturity. Intransitive.
Let's wait until the persimmons ripen.
His talent hasn't matured yet.
godan verb (-su), suru verb (precursor), intransitive verb
be ripe for action; be the right time
Describes a situation or moment when conditions are ready for something to happen. Often used with 機 (chance) or 時 (time).
Wait for the opportunity to ripen.
Let's act when the time is right.
godan verb (-su), suru verb (precursor), intransitive verb
become common; sound natural
Used when a word, expression, or custom becomes widely accepted or feels natural. Often in the form 熟してくる or 熟している.
This expression hasn't become natural yet.
The new word has become common.
godan verb (-su), suru verb (precursor), intransitive verb
become skilled; master
Refers to a person's skill or technique reaching a high level through practice. Less common than 上達する or 熟練する.
His technique hasn't matured yet.