Word details
こぼれる
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word こぼれる.
Dictionary
Entry
1
Word usually written using kana alone
to spill; to fall out of; to overflow
Examples
コーヒーがこぼれましたよ。
You've spilt your coffee.
2
to peek through; to become visible (although normally not)
3
to escape (of a smile, tear, etc.)
Examples
急に涙がこぼれてきた。
I burst into tears.
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