Translation and Meaning of: 振舞う - furumau

The Japanese word 「振舞う」 (furumau) is composed of two kanjis: 「振」 and 「舞」。 The first kanji, 「振」 (furu), means "to shake" or "to stir," and is composed of the radical 「扌」, which indicates association with the hand or manual actions, and the phonetic part 「辰」, which is often associated with movements or vibrations. The second kanji, 「舞」 (mau), means "to dance" and is generally associated with performances and graceful movements. The combination of these kanjis suggests an interpretation related to moving or behaving in a way that attracts attention, like a dance or a deliberate performance.

In the modern context, 「振舞う」 (furumau) is often used in situations involving behavior or attitudes, and can be translated as "to behave" or "to act." This word has a fairly broad usage in Japanese, referring to both everyday actions and more formal and ceremonial acts. Depending on the context, 「振舞う」 may also involve the idea of offering or distributing food and drinks at a reception or party, highlighting an important social component in the use of the word.

Historically, the use of the word 「振舞う」 has its roots in Japanese cultural traditions, where ceremonies and social gatherings involved performances and ritualistic behaviors. This rich etymology reflects the importance of social interaction and behavioral etiquette in Japanese culture. Thus, the term maintains a strong link with notions of hospitality and gratitude, expressed through carefully executed gestures and behaviors.

Vocabulary

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Verb conjugation of 振舞う

• 振舞います - polite form
• 振舞いましょう - imperative form
• 振舞える - potential form
• 振舞わせる - causative form
• 振舞われる - passive form

Synonyms and similar words

• もてなす (motenasu) - Receive and treat well; hospitality.
• おごる (ogoru) - Pay the bill; offer something to someone, usually food or drink, as an act of generosity.
• ふるまう (furumau) - To behave, to act in a certain way; it may include the idea of showing hospitality through actions.

振舞う

Romaji: furumau
Kana: ふるまう
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n2

Translation / Meaning: behave; drive; entertain (vt)

Meaning in English: to behave;to conduct oneself;to entertain (vt)

Definition: To have a selfish attitude, forcing someone or something to do your will.

Example Sentences - (振舞う) furumau

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彼女は優雅に振舞う。

Kanojo wa yūga ni furumau

She behaves elegantly.

She behaves gracefully.

• 彼女 - she
• は - Topic particle
• 優雅に - elegantemente
• 振舞う - comportar-se