らす【とがらす】

    Godan verb with 'su' ending; transitive verb
  1. to sharpen (e.g. pencil); to pout (e.g. lips)see also
  2. to get nervous; to set one's nerves on edgesee also
  3. to raise (e.g. one's voice)see also
Forms
  • らす【とがらす】
  • とがらす
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. to sharpen (e.g. pencil); to pout (e.g. lips)
    2. This meaning is used when describing the action of making something pointed or sharp, particularly in reference to a physical object like a pencil. It can also refer to the act of pouting, often in a context of expressing displeasure or a sulky attitude.
    I need to sharpen the pencil.
    She playfully pouted her lips.
  2. to get nervous; to set one's nerves on edge
    3. This meaning refers to the state of becoming anxious or tense, often in response to a stressful situation. It can describe the feeling of heightened anxiety or agitation in oneself or in others.
    He became very nervous before the presentation.
    Listening to the unsettling story sets my nerves on edge.
  3. to raise (e.g. one's voice)
    4. This meaning is used when someone elevates their vocal volume, often to express anger, excitement, or to capture attention.
    He raised his voice to capture my attention.
    She became emotional and raised her voice.
Generated collocations (experimental)
the act of sharpeningto raise one's voiceto sharpen one's finger (often used metaphorically)to pout one's lipsto set one's nerves on edgeto prick up one's ears (to listen attentively)to get nervous and tensesharpened pencilto speak with a sharp toneto express sharp emotions
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