Lingaku額ずく【ぬかずく】
- to kowtow (to bow from a kneeling position such that the forehead touches the ground); to prostrate oneself; to give a deep, reverent bow
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; intransitive verb
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- to kowtow (to bow from a kneeling position such that the forehead touches the ground)
- to prostrate oneself
- to give a deep, reverent bow
This meaning refers to a gesture of deep respect or submission often performed in traditional ceremonies or in front of someone of higher status.
In this sense, it indicates a physical act of lowering oneself to the ground, often done in religious or cultural contexts as an act of humility or worship.
She prostrated herself in prayer, dedicating herself to the moment.
This meaning emphasizes the act of bowing deeply as a sign of reverence or sincerity, typically seen in formal settings or occasions.
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ぬかずく額ずくto kowtowぬかずいて額ずいてあやまる謝るto apologize by kowtowingしんぜん神前でぬかずく額ずくto kowtow before a deityぬかずく額ずくしせい姿勢the posture of kowtowingぬかずく額ずくことthe act of kowtowingぬかずく額ずくけいい敬意to show reverence by kowtowingでんとうてき伝統的なぎしき儀式でぬかずく額ずくto kowtow in a traditional ceremonyぬかずく額ずくしゅうかん習慣the custom of kowtowingぬかずいて額ずいていのる祈るto pray while kowtowingけいけん敬虔にぬかずく額ずくto kneel and bow reverently
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