- to tear; to rip uponly applies to 裂く
- to cut up; to cleave; to cut open (esp. the abdomen)
- to forcibly separate (e.g. two lovers)only applies to 裂く
- to spare (time, money, etc.); to use part of somethingonly applies to 割く
- to have a tattoo in the corner of one's eyearchaismsee also
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
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- to tear; to rip up
- to cut up; to cleave; to cut open (esp. the abdomen)
- to forcibly separate (e.g. two lovers)
- to spare (time, money, etc.); to use part of something
- to have a tattoo in the corner of one's eye
This meaning refers to the action of tearing or ripping something apart or to make a break. It can apply to physical objects, such as paper or fabric.
This meaning is used for making precise cuts, often related to cooking or medical contexts, such as when a body is opened during surgery.
This meaning describes the act of separating people against their will, usually in a dramatic or emotional context.
This usage indicates the act of allocating or reserving a portion of something, such as time or resources, for a specific purpose.
This meaning refers to a specific style of tattooing that is associated with certain cultural expressions or aesthetics, often seen in traditional Japanese art.
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To tear or rip something apart, often in a forceful manner.
To cut something, generally referring to slicing or dividing it into parts.
剖開剖開【ぼうかい】
To dissect or cut open, usually referring to surgery or examination.
Similar to 裂く, but can also mean to spare or allocate time or resources.
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