godan verb (-u), transitive verb
yearn for; long for; miss; love dearly
Expresses deep emotional attachment, longing, or affection toward a person, often someone respected or loved. Can be used for missing someone who is far away or deceased.
彼女は遠くに住む祖母を慕っている。
She yearns for her grandmother who lives far away.
彼は亡き師を今でも慕い続けている。
He still longs for his late teacher even now.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
To follow someone because of deep respect or admiration, often implying a desire to be near them or emulate them. Not a neutral 'follow' like 従う.
弟子たちは師匠を慕ってこの地に集まった。
The disciples gathered in this place, following their master out of admiration.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
idolize; look up to
To deeply admire and respect someone for their virtue, learning, or status. Often used for historical figures, mentors, or role models.
多くの若者が彼の生き方を慕っている。
Many young people idolize his way of life.