Lingaku追う【おう】
Frequency rank: 1,120.
- to chase; to run after; to pursue; to follow after
- to follow (a set order, a trend, etc.)
- to drive out; to get rid of; to oust; to expel
- to drive (e.g. a herd)
- to be pressed (e.g. for time)in passive voice
Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
Forms
Generated word frames (experimental)
[Person] follows [Trend]
[Person] follows [Event]
[Person] is pressed for [Time]
He is pressed for the deadline.
[Person] follows [Instructions]
Generated definitions (experimental)
- to chase; to run after; to pursue; to follow after
- to follow (a set order, a trend, etc.)
- to drive out; to get rid of; to oust; to expel
- to drive (e.g. a herd)
- to be pressed (e.g. for time)
This meaning is used when describing the act of following someone or something quickly, often to catch up or obtain.
The cat was chasing the mouse.
This usage refers to adhering to a certain system, pattern, or trend, often conveying the idea of alignment or compliance.
He is following the new fashion trend.
You must follow the rules.
This meaning indicates the act of removing someone or something from a position or location, suggesting a forceful or deliberate action.
This usage pertains to guiding or moving a group of animals, typically in a specific direction, often associated with livestock management.
The sheepdog was driving the sheep.
The farmer drove the cattle.
This meaning describes a feeling of urgency or pressure, often related to deadlines or the need to complete tasks quickly.
Generated collocations (experimental)
Generated related terms (experimental)
ついせき追跡【ついせき】
To track or follow someone or something, typically used in the context of investigations.
したがう従う【したがう】
To follow or comply with a rule, order, or advice.
ついほう追放【ついほう】
To expel or ban someone from a place or organization.
ふずい付随【ふずい】
To accompany or be attached to something, often used to indicate following in terms of added responsibilities or features.
Example sentences
178 results
Pac-Man, when a certain condition is reached, can counter attack and eat the monsters chasing him.
If it's an aggressive strange salesman, then call me right away. I'll chase him off.
Tracing a renegade's family background, you'll find him the black sheep.
She ran as fast as she could to catch up with the others.
She ran very fast to catch up with the other members.
It's exciting to watch her run after a cockroach.