A position or state that is lower in rank, degree, or quality compared to another, often indicating inferiority or lesser status.
A location that exists within or beneath the outer surface of something, often hidden from view or not readily accessible.
A direction or area that is physically or metaphorically lower than a reference point, signifying a descent or a bottom layer.
The portion of a sequence that comes after or below something else, commonly used to denote the latter section of a text or a chronological order.
The part of a person’s body situated from the waist downwards, which may also relate to functions commonly considered private or unclean.
Example:
「ところでよ、そのおめーのお父さんはどこにいんのさ？」「横転したトラックのなんよ」
A respectful verb used to indicate an act of giving or granting something, often expressing a sense of honor or deference towards the giver.
A term that serves as an honorific form of "to give," implying that the action is being performed by someone of higher status or importance, often used in formal or polite contexts.
A supplementary verb that attaches to the conjugated form of another verb to express appreciation or respect towards the action being performed, indicating that the receiver acknowledges the giver's kindness.
Example:
もう一度言ってくださいますか。
To move from a higher position to a lower one, often referring to the action of a person or object transitioning downwards, such as descending from a mountain, staircase, or any elevated surface.
To exit a vehicle or mode of transportation, indicating the act of disembarking or leaving a confined space where one was previously situated.
To experience a decrease in status or position, such as resigning from a high-ranking role or stepping down from responsibilities in a professional or social context.
To manifest naturally from above, as in the appearance of frost or dew on surfaces, suggesting a gentle descent or falling from the sky.
To cease participation in an ongoing event or competition, implying a withdrawal from active involvement or engagement.
Example:
あのプロのスキーヤーは離れ業をしながら山をおりるのが好きだった。
To move from a higher position or level to a lower one, often in a continuous manner, signifying a decrease in altitude, intensity, or prominence.
To become less noticeable or to retreat from a central position, indicating a shift towards a less prominent or less intense state.
To experience a reduction in quality, value, temperature, or quantity, reflecting a change from a previously higher state to a lower one.
To be suspended or hang down from a fixed point, showcasing a physical state of drooping or lowering.
To withdraw from the presence of someone of higher status, indicating an act of stepping back or leaving a distinguished company.
Example:
ランプは天井から下がっていた。
To move an object or value from a higher position or level to a lower one, often resulting in reduced visibility or prominence.
To support one end of something above while allowing the other end to drop, thereby suspending or hanging it from a surface.
To make a request, proposal, or item less prominent by withdrawing it or removing it from consideration or display.
To reduce the level, amount, or intensity of something, such as temperature or value, compared to a previous state.
To shift the position of an object or person backward or away from the center, often to create more space.
Example:
ラジオの音を下げてくれませんか。