Translation and Meaning of: 跳ねる - haneru

The term 「跳ねる」 (haneru) in Japanese can be translated as "to jump" or "to leap" and is a verb that describes the movement of rising quickly from the ground or another surface. This word is commonly used to indicate not only the physical act of jumping but can also refer to small objects that move in a bouncing manner, such as raindrops or balls.

Etymologically, the kanji 「跳」 is composed of the radical 「足」 (ashi), which means "leg" or "foot", combining with other elements to convey the idea of movement. This combination of elements in the kanji truly conveys the notion of something that moves or jumps, leveraging the sense of action provided by the leg radical.

In everyday use, 「跳ねる」 can appear in various verbal forms, such as 「跳ねた」 (haneta) for the past, or 「跳ねている」 (hanete iru) when someone is in the act of jumping. The versatility of the word allows it to be used in varied contexts, from children's games to describing animals, such as frogs, performing their characteristic movement. Additionally, it is a word frequently found in cultural expressions and celebratory events where jumping actions are relevant, such as in festivals with rhythmic dances and music.

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Verb conjugation of 跳ねる

跳ねる dictionary form
跳ねます polite/formal
跳ねた past
跳ねて form you, gerund
跳ねろ imperative

Synonyms and similar words

跳躍する (chōyaku suru) - Make a jump, leap.
跳ぶ (tobu) - Jumping, leaping from one place to another.
飛び跳ねる (tobihaneru) - Jumping or hopping repeatedly, as if joyfully bouncing.
跳び上がる (tobiagaru) - Jumping or leaping up, often in response to something.
跳ね上がる (haneagaru) - Bounce or leap abruptly, like an object that jumps upward.
跳ね返る (hane kaeru) - Bounce back or return after an impact, like a ball that rebounds.
跳ね起きる (haneokiru) - Get up quickly or jump out of a lying position.
跳ね回る (hanemawaru) - Jumping or skipping around, moving in a lively manner.
跳ねるように動く (haneru yō ni ugoku) - Move in a way that seems like jumping.
跳ね跳ねする (hanetobune suru) - To move in a silly or lively way, like a rabbit hopping.
跳ね上げる (haneageru) - Lift or raise something with a jumping motion.
跳ね返す (hanekaesu) - To deflect something, making it return after an impact.
跳ね飛ぶ (hanetobu) - Embarking on a jump, often in an exaggerated manner.
跳ね跳ねするように動く (hanetobune suru yō ni ugoku) - Move in a way that looks like you're jumping repeatedly.
跳ねるように動かす (haneru yō ni ugokasu) - Make something move as if it were jumping.
跳ねるように見える (haneru yō ni mieru) - It appears that it is jumping.
跳ねるようになる (haneru yō ni naru) - Reaching a point where you start to jump.