VocabJLPT N1
devoting oneself to
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. devoting oneself to
  2. 2. concentrating on
  3. 3. tipping over and collapsing
This noun and verb (する) means to be deeply devoted to or absorbed in something or someone, or to lean heavily toward a particular idea or philosophy. It can describe both a strong intellectual or ideological commitment and, in a physical sense, tipping or leaning over.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

When I was just starting out, I threw myself into studying for certifications.

Sentence 2

"Are you truly dedicated to academic study?" the interviewer asked.

Sentence 3

"This project is too focused on profit," I told them.

Sentence 4

Just how deep into your hobbies are you going to sink before it wrecks the budget?

Sentence 5

Why did she fall so deeply into such dangerous ideas?