本気にする | Japanese meaning

本気にする【ほんきにする】

Frequency rank: 20,521. – 20,614.

expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); suru verb - included

to take seriously; to believe in; to fall for

Forms

本気にする【ほんきにする】Frequency rank: 20,521. – 20,614.
ほんきにする

Generated definitions (experimental)

to take seriously

This meaning is used when someone regards something as important or genuine, often in the context of emotions or intentions.

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There is no need to take his words seriously.

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She took the joke seriously.

to believe in

This meaning implies trust or confidence in someone's claims or abilities, as well as a strong conviction about a concept or idea.

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He truly believes in that theory.

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I genuinely believe that she will succeed.

to fall for

This usage refers to developing strong feelings of affection or infatuation for someone, often used in romantic contexts.

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What will I do if I fall for him?

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She has fallen for him.

Generated collocations (experimental)

to take seriouslyto take a joke seriouslyto take his words seriouslynot taking it seriouslyto make someone believeto take love seriouslyserious talkto think seriouslyserious dreamto take motivation seriously