How to use 浮く (うく)
Meaning of 浮く
The Japanese verb "浮く" (うく, uku) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:
- To float: Refers to something that stays on or above the surface of a liquid.
- Example: 船が水面上に浮く。
- Translation: The boat floats on the water.
- To stand out / To be conspicuous: When something or someone does not blend in with the surroundings or group.
- Example: 新しい服が浮く。
- Translation: The new clothes stand out.
- To be relieved / To feel lighter: Emotionally or mentally feeling less burdened or more at ease.
- Example: 問題が解決して、気持ちが浮く。
- Translation: After the problem was solved, I felt relieved.
- To be reflected / To appear: Used when something becomes visible or apparent, often in a metaphorical sense.
- Example: 彼の顔が水面に浮く。
- Translation: His face appeared on the water's surface.