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VocabJLPT N3

to roll

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to roll
2. to tumble
3. to fall over
4. to lie down

This verb means "to roll" or "to tumble." It describes something round moving by rotating, or a person falling and rolling on the ground. It can also be used figuratively to mean things are easily available, like saying something "is lying around everywhere."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A ball came rolling down the hallway out of nowhere this evening — scared me!

Sentence 2

If you pushed it hard enough, do you think the box would roll down the hallway?

Sentence 3

Please tidy up so nothing is left rolling around on the floor.

Sentence 4

Um, that USB on the floor — whose is it?

Sentence 5

I wonder how far a rock would roll if it went down this slope?