ほっとく
- to leave alone; to leave as is; to ignore; to neglectabbreviationword usually written using kana alonesee also
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
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- to leave alone; to leave as is
- to ignore
- to neglect
This meaning is used when someone chooses to not interfere with a situation or allows things to remain unchanged.
This meaning indicates a conscious choice to not pay attention to someone or something.
This meaning conveys a sense of failure to care for someone or something properly, often resulting in negative consequences.
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"We got some weird mail from Amazon. What should I do?" "Just leave it there and don't do anything."