VocabJLPT N1
assimilation
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. assimilation
  2. 2. absorption
  3. 3. adaptation
  4. 4. assimilation
This noun, used with する, means to assimilate or blend into something, such as a culture or an environment. It describes the process of a person or group adopting the characteristics of a surrounding culture. It can also refer to a biological process where organisms take in and incorporate substances.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, does my outfit blend into the wallpaper?

Sentence 2

If you're unable to assimilate into the organization, we may consider a transfer.

Sentence 3

If we can't assimilate into local market practices, withdrawal may be an option.

Sentence 4

The newspaper reported that immigration policy is promoting assimilation into society.

Sentence 5

I think I tend to assimilate into a group's values pretty easily.