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Kotomora

実みが入はいる

Meanings

1

expression, godan verb (-ru)

ripen; fill out; become full

Literally 'the fruit/seed enters', used for grains, fruits, and nuts becoming ripe and plump. Also used figuratively for content or substance becoming substantial.

2

expression, godan verb (-ru)

put one's heart into; give one's all; make a serious effort

Idiomatic use, often in the form 実が入る or 身が入る. The kanji 身 (body/self) is more common for this sense, but 実 is also used. Implies wholehearted engagement in work, study, or a task.

See also: 身が入る