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VocabJLPT N3

to overflow

Ichidan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to overflow
2. to brim over

This verb means to overflow, spill over, or be full to the point of excess. It can describe a physical liquid overflowing a container, or be used figuratively to describe a place or person overflowing with emotion, people, or energy.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If you don't put the lid on, the soup is going to spill!

Sentence 2

If you pour that much, it's going to overflow the cup.

Sentence 3

With just one word, tears welled up from somewhere deep inside me.

Sentence 4

If you turn up the heat, that pot will boil over fast.

Sentence 5

The venue was buzzing with energy — the air felt heavy with it.