godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
collude; conspire
Used for secret, often dishonest cooperation between parties. Implies an improper or underhanded agreement.
政治家と企業が馴れ合って不正を行った。
The politicians and the company colluded to commit fraud.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
become friendly; get along well
Describes people becoming close or getting along well, often through shared experience or time spent together. Can be used for animals becoming tame with each other.
新しいクラスメートとすぐに馴れ合った。
I quickly became friends with my new classmates.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
become intimate; establish a secret liaison
Specifically for romantic or sexual intimacy, often with a secretive or illicit nuance. Used for relationships that develop discreetly.
二人は人目を忍んで馴れ合うようになった。
The two began to meet secretly and became intimate.