Lingaku空く【すく】
Frequency rank: 2,037. – 2,038.
- to become less crowded; to thin out; to get empty
- to be hungrysee also お腹が空く
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; intransitive verb
Forms
- 空く【すく】Frequency rank: 2,037. – 2,038.
- すくFrequency rank: 17,942. – 18,020.
Generated definitions (experimental)
- to become less crowded; to thin out; to get empty
- to be hungry
This meaning is used when referring to a place or situation where there are fewer people, objects, or things than before. It often conveys the sense of relief when a crowd disperses or when a space that was once occupied is now vacant.
The number of people has decreased, and the road has become less crowded.
This meaning refers to the physical sensation of needing food. It indicates a state of wanting to eat and can be used in various contexts, often casually when discussing one's appetite.
I'm hungry, so I want to eat something.
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Example sentences
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They give part of their spare time to take care of the sick.
It's not crowded at all today. This is the least crowded time of all.