Word Meaning 沸く
わく
waku
沸く is read as わく (waku) and means to ferment.
Meaning
English
- to ferment
- to melt (of metal)
- to grow hot (e.g. water)
- to boil
- to get excited (at)
- to erupt (in applause, cheering, etc.)
- to be in a ferment
- to take place energetically
Reading
Kana
わく
Romaji
waku
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3トムは、やかんが沸くのを待っていました。
Tom waited for the kettle to boil.
トムは、やかんの湯が沸くのを待ってました。
Tom waited for the kettle to boil.
お湯が沸くまで時間がかかるから、その間に洗い物を済ませちゃいましょう!
It'll take some time for the water to boil, so in the meantime, let's get these dishes over with!