Lingaku迷う【まよう】
Frequency rank: 1,844. – 1,845.
Also紕う【まよう】まよう
- to lose one's way; to get lostsee also 道に迷う
- to waver; to hesitate; to be of two minds over; to be puzzled; to be perplexedsee also 迷い
- to give into temptation; to lose control of oneself
- to be charmed; to be infatuated; to be captivated; to be smitten
- to turn in one's grave
Godan verb with 'u' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning is used to describe a situation where a person is unable to find their way or becomes disoriented in a physical space.
Generated: This meaning indicates a state of uncertainty or indecision, where someone is unsure about making a choice or is confused about a situation.
Generated: This usage conveys the idea of succumbing to an urge or desire, often with negative consequences or a loss of self-control.
Generated: This meaning reflects a strong emotional attraction or affection towards someone, often with a sense of being enchanted or deeply taken by them.
I became infatuated with her.
Generated: This expression is used metaphorically to describe how someone might react if they knew about something happening after their death that would disturb or upset them.
Generated word frames (experimental)
[Person] gets lost at [Place]
[Person] wavers over [Choice]
[Person] is perplexed by [Emotion]
[Person] gives in to [Temptation]
[Person] gets lost in [Situation]
[Person] is puzzled by [Idea]
Generated related terms (experimental)
まよう迷う【まよう】
To lose one's way or to get lost, either physically or metaphorically; to hesitate over a decision.
ためらう躊躇う【ためらう】
To hesitate or waver in decision-making; suggests uncertainty or reluctance.
To be tempted or seduced, often implying a loss of control over one's desires.
To be charmed or captivated, usually in a romantic or aesthetic sense.
なやむ悩む【なやむ】
To be troubled or distressed over something; implies a deeper emotional conflict or concern.