ichidan verb, intransitive verb
be digested
Refers to food being broken down in the stomach; often used in negative or conditional forms.
胃が弱くて、肉がなかなかこなれない。
My stomach is weak, so meat doesn't digest easily.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
master a skill; become proficient
Describes a skill or knowledge becoming internalized through practice; often used with 身につく or in the form こなれてくる.
ピアノの練習を続けて、やっと曲がこなれてきた。
After continuing piano practice, the piece finally started to feel natural.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
Used for a person's character becoming rounded, less rough, or more sociable through experience.
彼も年を取って、だいぶこなれてきたね。
He's aged and mellowed quite a bit, hasn't he?
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
mature (food); be properly aged
Refers to ingredients like meat, cheese, or sake developing depth of flavor over time; similar to 熟成する but more colloquial.
このチーズはよくこなれていて、風味が深い。
This cheese is well-aged and has a deep flavor.