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好む
konomu
Description
「好む」は、あるものが好きで、それをよく選んだりするという意味の言葉です。
"好む" means to like something and often choose it.
話し言葉より、少しかたい文や書き言葉でよく使います。
It is used more in formal or written language than in spoken language.
Meanings
好むkonomu
to like; to prefer; to be fond of
彼は静かな場所を好む。
He prefers quiet places.
好むkonomu
to choose or desire willingly
だれも争いを好む人はいない。
No one likes conflict.
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Notes
- Nuance
好む is more formal and written than 好き; often used for tastes and preferences.
- Etymology
verb form related to 好き (suki); the kanji 好 means 'like, good'.
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