Translation and Meaning of: 混じる - majiru

The word 「混じる」 (majiru) is a Japanese verb that means "to mix" or "to be mixed." It is commonly used to describe when two or more substances, objects, or even ideas are combined in such a way that they become inseparable or indistinct. This verb perfectly captures the concept of fusion and integration, whether in a physical context or a more abstract one.

Etimologically, 「混じる」 is composed of the kanji 「混」 (kon), which means "to mix" or "to hybridize". This kanji is formed by the radical 「氵」 (sanzui), which represents water, and the component 「昆」, which may suggest something that is gathered or grouped. The conjugation of the verb in Japanese, when it ends in 「じる」, indicates that it is an ichidan verb, which affects how it is conjugated in different tenses.

The use of 「混じる」 can be found in various contexts, from mixing ingredients in a culinary recipe to cultural fusion in a diverse society. In addition, there are several variations and related forms, such as 「混ざる」 (mazaru), which has a similar meaning of mixing, but may imply that the mixture can be undone or that the parts can still be individually recognized. The subtle difference between 「混じる」 and 「混ざる」 can be an interesting point for students of the Japanese language who seek to understand the nuances of the language.

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Verb conjugation of 混じる

• 混じる - base form
• 混じられる - potential form
• 混じられない - Negative of the potential form.
• 混じります - Polished form
• 混ざる - Alternative conjugation

Synonyms and similar words

• 交じる (maziru) - mix, intertwine
• 入り混じる (irimaziru) - to mix, to merge, generally refers to a complex mixture
• 混ざる (mazaru) - to blend in, the act of being mixed, without emphasis on complexity
• 混合する (kongou suru) - mix, to make an intentional blend between different elements
• 混同する (kondou suru) - to confuse, mix up different concepts or ideas, leading to confusion