Translation and Meaning of: 填める - hameru

The word 「填める」 (hameru) is a Japanese verb that means "to fit" or "to fill." This word is composed of a single kanji, 「填」, accompanied by the hiragana reading 「める」. The kanji 「填」 (ten or hamu) has connotations of filling or packing, which accurately reflects the meaning of the verb. Notably, the kanji can be associated with practices like filling gaps or fitting something into its proper place.

In addition to kanji, the hiragana form 「はめる」 is also widely used. In this form, the word can have interesting cultural derivatives, such as implying "to deceive" or "to set a trap," especially in the context of contemporary slang. This shows how the diversity of contexts within the Japanese language can attribute additional meanings to a term that, at first glance, would seem strictly linked to the physical act of filling or fitting something.

The verb 「填める」 unfolds into different uses depending on the context. For example, in a more formal or academic environment, 「填める」 can be used when talking about fitting a piece in a puzzle or adjusting something in a precise and specific way. In contrast, in a casual conversation, it can be used more loosely or even metaphorically to describe other situations of social or emotional fitting. This creates a semantic richness, making the term extremely versatile and essential in the Japanese vocabulary.

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Verb conjugation of 填める

• 埋める - Positive form, present
• 埋めます - Positive form, polite present
• 埋めた - Simple past form
• 埋めたい - Form of desire
• 埋めれば conditional form

Synonyms and similar words

• 埋める (umeru) - Burial, submerge in something, fill.
• 詰める (tsumeru) - Pack, fill, compress.
• 充てる (ateru) - Designate, allocate, fill a space.
• 満たす (mitasu) - Completely fulfill, satisfy a need.
• 補充する (hojun suru) - Replenish, complement, replace what has been used.