(2 entries)
あせ
JLPT:N3
Frequency:
1

Sweat; perspiration produced by the body (liquid released from the skin due to heat, exercise, or nervousness).

Noun

Examples

暑くて汗が止まらない。

It's so hot I can't stop sweating.

運動すると大量の汗をかく。

When I exercise I sweat a lot.

緊張すると手に汗をかく。

My palms get sweaty when I'm nervous.

シャツに汗のシミができた。

A sweat stain formed on my shirt.

2

Moisture; condensation that appears on surfaces (not necessarily bodily sweat, but similar moisture/condensation).

Noun

Examples

朝、窓に汗がついていた。

In the morning there was condensation on the window.

冷蔵庫から出した果物に汗がにじんでいる。

There is moisture on the fruit taken out of the fridge.

3

Internet slang interjection expressing awkwardness, embarrassment, or a sheepish 'oops' — often written as '(汗)'.

InterjectionInternet Slang

Examples

遅れてすみません…(汗)

Sorry I'm late... (awkward/embarrassed).

会議の資料を忘れた…(汗)

I forgot the meeting materials... (oops).

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