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to incline; go down; pour energy into
Kanji 1201

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Synopsis

Learn to discuss trends, as in "Students these days tend to use social media." Find out how to refer to slopes, saying, "The land slopes gently toward the river." See what it means figuratively to lean forward or to the right. Learn to talk about concentrating energy, as in, "He put his heart and soul into it." And find out how to tilt your head to the side in curiosity. It's not just for dogs!

Revision history:

Oct. 17, 2025: p. 19: Clarified the last sentence.

May 23, 2025: Originally published.

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Cover of essay 1201 on 傾 (to incline; go down; pour energy into)
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JOYO ON-YOMI
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JOYO KUN-YOMI
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