Lingaku挟む【はさむ】
Frequency rank: 2,332. – 2,334.
- to hold between (e.g. one's fingers, chopsticks); to grip (from both sides)
- to put between; to sandwich between; to insert; to interpose
- to catch (e.g. a finger in a door); to trap; to pinch
- to insert (e.g. a break into proceedings); to interpose (e.g. an objection); to interject; to throw in (e.g. a joke)
- to be on either side of (a road, table, etc.); to have between each other; to be across (a street, river, etc.)
- to harbour (feelings); to cast (e.g. doubt)
Godan verb with 'mu' ending; transitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to the act of physically holding or gripping something between two surfaces, often using fingers or tools.
Generated: This meaning signifies placing one object in the middle of two others, or inserting something into a group or context.
Generated: Here, the word describes accidentally getting something caught in a closing or tight space, often causing discomfort.
Generated: This usage pertains to the act of introducing something into a conversation or ongoing situation, often unexpectedly.
Generated: This meaning indicates the positioning of objects or people relative to one another, often suggesting a sense of separation or contrast.
Generated: This meaning refers to the internalization of emotions or thoughts, often implying that they are kept private or hidden from others.