色づく【いろづく】
Frequency rank: 15,998. – 16,061.
- to change color (esp. of leaves, fruit, flowers) (colour)
- to turn crimson (e.g. leaves in autumn); to begin to redden
- to ripen; to grow ripe
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning is used when describing the process of something, such as leaves or flowers, changing its color, often due to seasonal changes.
Generated: This meaning specifically refers to the transition to a crimson or red hue, particularly in the context of foliage during autumn.
Generated: This meaning is used when referring to fruit or crops that are maturing and reaching the point where they are ready to be harvested or eaten.