- to strike; to hit; to beat; to knock; to pound; to bang; to slap; to spank; to tap; to pat; to clap (one's hands); to play (the drums)
- to attack; to bash; to criticize; to censure; to flame (on the Internet)
- to sound out (someone's views)
- to pound (meat or fish); to chop into small pieces
- to beat down the price
- to talk (big, bad, idly, etc.)as ...口を叩く
- to call; to invoke (e.g. a function)computing
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
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[Person] hits [Object] to make [Sound]
Generated definitions (experimental)
- to strike; to hit; to beat; to knock; to pound; to bang; to slap; to spank; to tap; to pat; to clap (one's hands); to play (the drums)
- to attack; to bash; to criticize; to censure; to flame (on the Internet)
- to sound out (someone's views)
- to pound (meat or fish); to chop into small pieces
- to beat down the price
- to talk (big, bad, idly, etc.)
- to call; to invoke (e.g., a function)
This meaning refers to physical actions that involve forcefully contacting an object or a person. It implies direct physical interaction.
This meaning is used in the context of verbal or figurative assault, often related to expressing strong disapproval or criticism, especially in social or online interactions.
This usage involves inquiring or assessing someone’s opinions, feelings, or thoughts about a particular subject.
This refers to the cooking technique of physically breaking down food items, often to tenderize them or prepare them for further cooking.
This phrase is used when negotiating to lower a price, suggesting a forceful or aggressive bargaining approach.
This refers to speaking in a boastful, negative, or frivolous manner, often used when someone is exaggerating or making grand claims without substance.
This meaning pertains to the act of naming or referencing something, especially in programming or formal situations, indicating the execution or invocation of a certain function or action.
Generated collocations (experimental)
to perform a striketo clap handsto slam downto strike the heart; to touch emotionallyto hit a personthe sound of hittingto be criticized; to be bashedto beat down the priceto play the drumsto criticize harshlyto give applauseto sound out opinionsto pound meatto hit on the head (figuratively, to reprimand)to attack with wordsto set the pace (informally)
Generated related terms (experimental)
To strike or hit something, often with force; also implies a variety of actions such as tapping or playing instruments.
To hit or strike something, commonly used in contexts like sports or physical actions; carries a similar meaning but can be more aggressive.
To scold or reprimand, often used when someone is criticized or chastised for their actions; contrasting with the physical act of hitting.
To smash down or hit something forcefully; a more intense version of "叩く."
Refers to a method of striking, often indicating a repeated action or technique, sometimes used in the context of percussion.
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People communicate approval by nodding, by clapping their hands, by smiling or laughing.