VocabJLPT N3
to fear
Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to fear
  2. 2. to be afraid of
This verb means "to fear" or "to be afraid of" something, and often carries a sense of dread or apprehension about a potential outcome. It is used in both everyday speech and more literary or serious contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

What are you so afraid of that you're rushing home like that?

Sentence 2

You're seriously scared of a rumor like that?

Sentence 3

You're that afraid, and you're just going to do nothing in the end?

Sentence 4

Do you really not fear failure at all?

Sentence 5

What outcome are you most afraid of?