腰を据える
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 腰を据える
1
to settle down (and deal with something); to concentrate all one's energy (on something)
Examples
彼はその仕事に腰を据えている。
He has settled down to the job.
2
to settle oneself (in a place); to settle down (somewhere); to settle in
3
to take a solid stance; to lower one's center of gravity (centre)
Kanji in this Word
腰
13 strokes
Frequency: 1306
JLPT N2
Grade 8
Meanings
loins
hips
waist
low wainscoting
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ヨウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
こし
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
うすぐ
据
11 strokes
Frequency: 1468
JLPT N1
Grade 8
Meanings
set
lay a foundation
install
equip
squat down
sit down
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
キョ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
す.える
す.わる
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