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Kotomora

あやかる

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Meanings

1

godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb

share good luck; follow an example; enjoy the same benefits; capitalize on popularity

usually written using kana alone

Used when someone benefits from another's success, follows a good example, or rides a wave of popularity. Often appears in the pattern ~にあやかって or ~にあやかりたい.

2

godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb

be named after

usually written using kana alone

Used when a person or thing is named after someone or something, often with the hope of sharing their good fortune. Common in the pattern ~にあやかって名付けられる.