Meaning of 止む in Japanese
Definition of 止む
Words related to 止む
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(adv) unavoidably; inevitably; necessarily; reluctantly; against one's will
それはやむを得ず延期されなければならない。
It must, of necessity, be postponed.
- (exp) there is no hope
- (exp) if necessary; when unavoidable
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(adv) reluctance; unwillingness; unavoidably; out of necessity
私はやむなく薬をのまされた。
I was forced to take medicine.
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(v5m) to stop crying; to cry oneself out
その子供はお母さんを見るとすぐに泣きやみました。
As soon as the child saw his mother, he stopped crying.
- (n) circumstances beyond one's control
Sentences containing 止む
As the popping sound of the fireworks stopped, it suddenly became quiet around me. The smell of gunpowder somehow put me in a sentimental mood.
I disliked the idea of the necessary call, but it was to be done.