- to miss; to fail to get; to fail to obtain; to fail to catch; to fail to win
- to miss (the meaning); to misunderstand
godan verb -う; transitive
Generated: This meaning refers to the act of failing to catch or grasp something, whether it be a physical object, an opportunity, or an event.
I missed the train.
Generated: This usage implies not taking advantage of a situation or not seizing an opportunity that could have led to a better outcome.
I failed to capitalize on the investment opportunity.