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JLPT N3 Grammar

込む

N3Result

N3 · Result · masu-form verb去ます + 込む

Meaning

into; deeply; thoroughly

Structure

masu-form verb去ます + 込む

Explanation

As an auxiliary verb, 込む indicates moving into something, continuing deeply, or doing an action to a deep degree.

Usage

Common combinations include 申し込む, 考え込む, 話し込む, and 冷え込む.

Example

彼は答えが出るまで一人で考え込みました。

He thought deeply by himself until he found an answer.

Common Mistake

Not every verb naturally attaches to 込む; learn it through common combinations.

Memory Tip

込む feels like going inside or going deeply into something.

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