気づく
Reading: きづく
Meaning: to notice, to realize
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Example Sentence
私 は 遅く なった こと に 気づいた
I noticed that it had gotten late.
Usage Notes
Indicates becoming aware of something. Often used with に to mark what is noticed.
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