Word details
はまる
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word はまる.
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Entry
1
to fit; to get into; to go into; to be fitted with (e.g. door with a window)
2
to be fit for (a job, etc.); to be suited for; to satisfy (conditions)
3
to fall into; to plunge into; to get stuck; to get caught
Examples
車がぬかるみにはまって動けなくなった。
The car got stuck in the mud.
4
to be deceived; to be taken in; to fall into a trap
Examples
彼女は今度は自分が罠にはまった。
She fell into a trap in her turn.
5
to get addicted to; to get deep into; to become crazy about; to become stuck on
Examples
彼女は編み物にはまっている。
She is absorbed in knitting.
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