expression, ichidan verb
settle down (in a place); settle in
Focuses on physically staying in one location for a while, often with the nuance of making oneself comfortable or establishing a base.
彼は田舎に腰を据えて、農業を始めた。
He settled down in the countryside and started farming.
しばらく
Let's settle in here and work for a while.
expression, ichidan verb
settle down (to a task); concentrate one's energy
Used when someone commits to a task or project with full attention, often after a period of distraction or hesitation.
試験勉強に腰を据えて取り組む。
I settle down and concentrate on studying for the exam.
腰を据えて話し合おう。
Let's sit down and talk this through seriously.
expression, ichidan verb
take a solid stance; lower one's center of gravity
Physical meaning: to brace oneself, often in sports or martial arts, by lowering the hips and stabilizing the posture.
柔道では、まず腰を据えて構えることが大切だ。
In judo, it's important to first lower your center of gravity and take a stance.