This is the 8999th most frequent Japanese word.


"泣" means "to cry" or "weep."


The word '泣' is used in the context of expressing sorrow through tears.

彼は悲しくて泣いていました。

He was crying because he was sad.


Here, '泣' relates to the emotional expression of happiness, showing the nuanced usage beyond sadness.

嬉しくて彼女は涙を流しました。

She shed tears because she was happy.


In this example, '泣' is used to show the emotional impact of a situation, emphasizing its ability to trigger deep feelings.

その映画が感動的で私を泣かせました。

That movie moved me to tears.