這い上がる
Reading: はいあがる
Meaning: to crawl up, to climb up, to clamber up
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Example Sentence
The cat crawls up the stairs.
Usage Notes
Describes moving upward by crawling or climbing, often with difficulty. Can be used both literally for physical movement and metaphorically for overcoming difficulties.
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