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湧わく

わ
く
Common wordJLPTN2Freq.Top 10,000

Meanings

1

godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb

well up; gush out; spring forth

Describes water, hot springs, or other liquids emerging naturally from the ground or a source.

2

godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb

appear suddenly (sweat, tears); break out

Used for bodily fluids like sweat or tears appearing suddenly or in large amounts.

3

godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb

well up (emotions, ideas); arise; spring up

Describes emotions, ideas, or intangible things emerging spontaneously from within.

4

godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb

hatch; breed; become infested

Used for insects or pests appearing in large numbers, often with a negative connotation. Less common than other senses.

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