Lingakuへつらう
- to flatter; to curry favour (with); to play up (to); to suck up (to); to toady (to)word usually written using kana alone
Godan verb with 'u' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to the act of excessively praising someone, often to gain their approval or favor. It is commonly used in discussions about relationships, particularly in professional or social contexts where one party is trying to win the goodwill of another.
Example sentences2 results
The obsequious waiter is usually assigned the best table because he always curries favor with his manager and superiors.