震える

ふるえる
Alternative writings: 顫える
JLPT:N3
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1To tremble or shake, as from cold, fear, nervousness, or strong emotion; an intransitive verb used of the body, hands, or voice quivering.

Group 2 VerbIntransitive Verb

Examples

寒くて手が震えるので、暖かい飲み物がほしい。

My hands are shaking from the cold, so I want something warm to drink.

緊張のあまり声が震えてしまい、うまく話せなかった。

I was so nervous my voice trembled, and I couldn't speak well.

大きな地震で建物全体が震えた。

The entire building shook during the big earthquake.

感動のあまり、全身が震えた。

I was so moved that my whole body trembled.

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