をう【としをくう】

    expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); Godan verb with 'u' ending
  1. to grow older (esp. older than other people in the same group or situation); to advance in age; to be very aged
Forms
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  • としをくう
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. to grow older (esp. older than other people in the same group or situation)
    2. This phrase is used informally to indicate that someone is aging, often in a humorous or self-deprecating manner, especially when comparing oneself to others in the same social context.
    Lately, I've been feeling like I'm getting older.
    When I talk with my friends, I realize that I am getting older.
  2. to advance in age
    3. This meaning denotes the natural progression of aging over time, often implying the accumulation of experiences and wisdom.
    The older you get, the more experience you gain.
    Since many people at work are older, I seek their advice.
  3. to be very aged
    4. This usage refers to someone who is significantly older, typically in contexts where age is a considerable factor, such as discussing health or vitality.
    His grandfather is very aged and hasn't been feeling well lately.
    An old dog requires special attention.
Generated collocations (experimental)
to grow olderas one grows olderto get olderto age; to accumulate yearsto gain in ageone grows older as one becomes an adultto age quicklyto grow old (in appearance)aged; grown oldis old; has aged
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