to grind
01
挽く, 砕く
to crush something into small particles by rubbing or pressing it against a hard surface
Transitive: to grind a hard substance
例
The barista carefully ground the coffee beans to achieve the desired coarseness.
バリスタは、望ましい粗さを達成するためにコーヒー豆を注意深く挽いた。
02
きしむ, 擦る
to rub together and produce a grating or scraping sound
Intransitive
例
The gears in the old clock began to grind as they turned, emitting a loud and irregular noise.
古い時計の歯車が回転し始めると、きしむ音がして、大きく不規則な音を発し始めた。
03
挽く, 作動させる
to use physical force to rotate a handle or crank in order to activate a piece of machinery
Transitive: to grind a handle or crank
例
She was grinding a millstone to ensure its smooth operation during the grain milling process.
彼女は穀物を挽く過程でその滑らかな操作を確保するために石臼を挽いていました。
04
挽く, 踊る
to dance with rhythmic and repetitive movements that are suggestive in nature
Intransitive
例
The music throbbed with a hypnotic beat, inspiring the dancers to grind and move in perfect harmony with the rhythm.
音楽は催眠術的なビートで鼓動し、ダンサーたちにリズミカルに踊ることを促し、リズムと完璧に調和して動くようにした。
05
頑張る, 努力する
to make persistent and intense effort towards a goal
Intransitive: to grind an effort
例
Despite the challenges, she continued to grind through her medical studies.
困難にもかかわらず、彼女は医学の勉強を頑張り続けました。
06
研ぐ, 磨く
to wear down or shape something through repetitive friction or abrasion
Transitive: to grind sth
例
The metalworker meticulously ground the metal rod to achieve a smooth and precise finish.
金属加工職人は、金属棒を入念に研磨し、滑らかで精密な仕上げを達成しました。
07
猛勉強する, 詰め込む
to study intensively in preparation for an exam
Intransitive
例
The library was packed with students grinding for their midterms.
図書館は中間試験に向けて猛勉強している学生でいっぱいだった。
08
粉砕する, 抑圧する
to oppress or weaken someone or something, often through harsh or repetitive action
例
The harsh conditions of the factory grind the workers' spirits.
工場の過酷な条件が労働者の精神をすり減らす。
09
挽く, アグレッシブにサーフィンする
to surfing aggressively, often with a focus on sharp, quick maneuvers or maintaining speed on the wave
Informal
Specialized例
He loves to grind the waves, always pushing himself to go faster.
彼は波をグラインドするのが大好きで、常に自分をより速く進めるよう押し進めています。
Grind
01
the process of reducing a substance to powder or small particles by crushing or rubbing
例
The grind of the coffee beans released a rich aroma.
02
a monotonous or repetitive routine, especially involving labor
Slang例
He complained about the daily grind at the office.
03
the degree of fineness of particles after grinding
例
Espresso requires a fine grind of coffee.
04
a student considered overly studious, often regarded as tedious or socially awkward
例
He was labeled a grind for studying late into the night.
