なめる
Reading: なめる
Meaning: to lick, to underestimate
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Example Sentence
アイス を ゆっくり なめる 子供 たち
Children slowly licking their ice cream.
Usage Notes
Can be used literally for licking, or figuratively for underestimating someone.
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