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VocabJLPT N3

to incline

Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to incline
2. to lean
3. to devote oneself to
4. to ruin

This verb means to tilt or incline something at an angle. It can be used literally, such as tilting one's head to the side in thought or confusion, and also figuratively, such as devoting or directing one's energy or passion toward something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Aren't you kind of leaning toward believing that rumor?

Sentence 2

As a company, we are shifting our investment focus overseas, though cautiously.

Sentence 3

She tilted her chair back and stared up at the ceiling.

Sentence 4

Everyone, please lend me your ears!

Sentence 5

"If you tilt the glass, the aroma really comes out," my friend told me.