Word details
弾む
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 弾む.
Dictionary
Entry
1
Intransitive verb
to spring; to bound; to bounce
Examples
ボールははずんで塀を飛び越えた。
The ball bounced over the wall.
2
Intransitive verb
to be stimulated; to be encouraged; to get lively
Examples
彼の胸は期待に弾んだ。
His heart bounded with expectation.
3
Transitive verb
to pay handsomely; to splurge; to part eagerly with (money, etc.)
4
Intransitive verb
to breathe hard; to pant; to be out of breath
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