狙う【ねらう】
Frequency rank: 765.
Alsoねらう
- to aim at (with a weapon, etc.)
- to be after (something or someone); to have an eye on; to plan to make one's own
- to aim for; to set up as a goal
Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
Generated: This is used when someone is targeting a specific object or person, typically with a weapon.
Generated: This is used when someone is pursuing something or someone, figuratively aiming to acquire or achieve them.
Generated: This is used when setting a target or objective to achieve.
He is aiming for the Olympics.
Generated word frames (experimental)
[Person] aims for [Goal]
[Person] goes after [Event]
[Person] has eyes on [Person]
He has his eye on her
[Company] aims at [Market]
Generated related terms (experimental)
ねらう狙う【ねらう】
To aim at something with precision, often with the intention to hit or achieve a target.
めざす目指す【めざす】
To aim for a goal or aspiration, often related to career or personal achievements.
She aims to pass the university entrance exam.
えらぶ選ぶ【えらぶ】
To choose or pick something from a selection, indicating intention and preference.
おいかける追いかける【おいかける】
To chase after something or someone, often with a sense of urgency or pursuit.