VocabJLPT N3
to chase
Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to chase
  2. 2. to run after
  3. 3. subsequently
This verb means to chase or run after someone or something. It implies active pursuit and can be used both literally, such as chasing a person, and figuratively, such as chasing a dream or following a story.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

How far do you have to chase it before you get close to the real answer?

Sentence 2

Following that news will just bring you down.

Sentence 3

"I ran after the bus but couldn't make it," he said with a laugh.

Sentence 4

Is that dog still chasing the cat?

Sentence 5

In the evening at the park, my brother was chasing his little sister around.