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甘え
あまえ
noun
Meanings
1
overdependence (on others; usu. one's fosterers or seniors)
2
lack of self-reliance
3
presumed acceptance (of one's behaviour)
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Kanji in this word
甘
Sweet, Coax, Pamper
5 strokes
More words with
甘
甘い
あまい ·
generous
N5
甘味
あまみ ·
sweetness
甘える
あまえる ·
to behave like a spoiled child
N1
甘やかす
あまやかす ·
to pamper
N2
甘口
あまくち ·
sweet flavor
N1
Full entry on Jisho
甘い
あまい ·
sweet
甘く見る
あまくみる ·
to not take seriously ; to take lightly