Japanese

なじむ
Meaning: to get used to; to fit in; to harmonize
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Affirmative Negative
Present 馴染む 馴染まない
Polite 馴染みます 馴染みません
Past 馴染んだ 馴染まなかった
Polite + Past 馴染みました 馴染みませんでした
Te-form 馴染んで 馴染まなくて
Potential 馴染める 馴染めない
Passive 馴染まれる 馴染まれない
Causative 馴染ませる 馴染ませない
Causative + Passive 馴染まされる 馴染まされない
Imperative 馴染め 馴染むな

Handwriting

馴
染
む

Example sentences

I finally got used to the lifestyle of this place.
この包丁は長年使い込んでいるので、手に馴染んでいる。
I've been using this kitchen knife for many years, so it feels comfortable in my hand.
長年使い慣れた万年筆は、手にしっくり馴染む。
The fountain pen I've used for many years fits my hand perfectly.

Usage Notes

Used when someone or something becomes familiar with a new environment, or when different elements blend together well.

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