Word details
澄ます
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 澄ます.
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Entry
1
to clear; to make clear
Examples
あの社長秘書はいつも澄ましている。
That president's secretary is always prim.
2
to be unruffled; to look unconcerned; to feign indifference
3
to look demure; to look prim; to put on airs
4
to strain (one's ears); to listen carefully
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