Word details
収まる
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 収まる.
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Entry
1
to fit into (a box, frame, category, etc.); to be contained within; to fall within (e.g. a budget)
Examples
彼は外務大臣に収まった。
He was established as Foreign Minister.
2
to settle down (into); to be installed (in one's rightful place); to be returned (to one's original position)
3
Esp. 納まる
to settle into (one's position); to take up (a post); to occupy (a role)
Examples
最後にはうまく収まるだろう。
It'll come right in the end.
4
納まる only
to be delivered; to be paid (e.g. taxes)
5
収まる only
to be settled (dispute, conflict, etc.); to be sorted; to subside (e.g. wind); to calm down; to abate
Examples
凝った彫刻のしてある鞘に収まった長剣。
A longsword sheathed in an intricately engraved scabbard.
6
to be satisfied (e.g. with an answer); to consent; to agree
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