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へこむ
hekomu
Description
「へこむ」は、物の一部が押されて中に入って、くぼんだ形になることです。
"へこむ" means that part of an object is pressed inwards, forming a dented shape.
話し言葉では、失敗して気分が落ち込むときにもよく使います。
In spoken language, "へこむ" is also often used when someone feels down after a failure.
Meanings
へこむhekomu
to become dented; to sink inward
車のドアが少しへこんでいる。
The car door is slightly dented.
へこむhekomu
to feel depressed or discouraged
テストに落ちて、すごくへこんだ。
I was really down after failing the test.
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Notes
- Nuance
The 'feel down' sense is casual, spoken language, lighter than 落ち込む.
- Etymology
Written 凹む with the kanji for a hollow/concave shape.
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