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歩む

arumu
to walk forward, to proceed

彼は人生の道を歩む

He walks the path of life.


formalinformal

To walk or proceed forward, often with a sense of purpose or determination.

未来へ向かって歩む

To walk toward the future.

彼は困難を乗り越えて歩む

He walks forward, overcoming difficulties.

Often used metaphorically to describe progress in life or a journey.

Collocations

道を歩むto walk the path未来へ歩むto walk toward the future困難を乗り越えて歩むto walk forward, overcoming difficulties

Synonyms

進む前進する歩き続ける

Antonyms

立ち止まる後退する

Related Phrases

人生の道を歩むphrase
to walk the path of life
希望を胸に歩むphrase
to walk with hope in one's heart

Pro Tip

Metaphorical Usage

This verb is often used metaphorically to describe progress or determination in life.

Gold Rule

Continuous Action

The verb '歩む' implies a continuous or purposeful action, often with a sense of determination.

Word Origin

Derived from the verb '歩く' (to walk) with the suffix 'む' indicating a continuous or purposeful action.

Usage Notes

Can be used both literally (physical walking) and metaphorically (progressing in life or a journey).

Word Breakdown

歩
walk
root
+
む
indicates continuous or purposeful action
suffix
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