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VocabJLPT N3

to surround

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to surround
2. to encircle
3. to besiege
4. to play (go, shogi, etc.)

This verb means "to surround" or "to encircle," describing when people or things form a ring around something. It can be used literally, like surrounding a table, or figuratively, like a topic being surrounded by controversy.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

After dinner, the whole family gathered around the kotatsu!

Sentence 2

In the park that morning, the kids gathered around the teacher and sang.

Sentence 3

Hey, want to sit around the table and play a card game?

Sentence 4

Um, will there be time to gather around the president and ask questions at the meeting?

Sentence 5

First, let's all sit around the table and talk strategy.