錆びつく【さびつく】
Frequency rank: 30,021. – 30,256.
- to become rusted together; to become rusted shut
- to rust; to become (completely) rusty; to be covered with rust
- to become rusty (of a skill or ability); to become less effective
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to physical objects that have metal parts that corrode due to exposure to moisture and air, causing them to stick or jam.
Generated: This meaning describes the process of metal deteriorating due to oxidation, resulting in a rusty appearance.
Generated: This meaning is metaphorical, indicating that skills or abilities can degrade over time without practice, similar to how metal can rust.