VocabJLPT N3
to be mixed
Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to be mixed
  2. 2. to be blended with
This verb means to mix or blend together, or for one thing to become mixed in with others. It can describe physical mixing of substances or more abstract situations, such as different groups of people mingling together.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why does your personal opinion keep slipping into the report?

Sentence 2

There are little pebbles mixed in with the sand — it really hurts to walk barefoot.

Sentence 3

"I can tell there's some frustration in there," he said quietly.

Sentence 4

When a new member joins the mix, the whole team dynamic shifts.

Sentence 5

He did sort of apologize, saying "sorry for letting the sarcasm creep in."