詰まる
tsumaru
Description
「詰まる」は、物がいっぱいになって道がふさがったり、つまって動かなくなったりすることを表します。
"詰まる" means that something is full and blocks the way, or becomes stuck and cannot move.
鼻が詰まる、言葉に詰まるなど、いろいろな場面で使えます。
It can be used in various situations, such as a stuffy nose or being at a loss for words.
Meanings
詰まるtsumaru
to be blocked, clogged, or stopped up
トイレが詰まって水が流れない。
The toilet is clogged and won't flush.
詰まるtsumaru
to be packed full; be tightly filled
かばんに服が詰まっている。
The bag is stuffed with clothes.
詰まるtsumaru
to be at a loss; get stuck (for words)
質問されて言葉に詰まった。
I was at a loss for words when asked a question.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
intransitive; the transitive counterpart 詰める means to pack or stuff something in.
- Etymology
from 詰める (to cram); expresses the resulting state of being crammed or blocked.
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