なく
なく
naku
JLPT N4verbVocabularyLevel 16 - JLPT N4
Quick answer
なく (なく (naku)) means "to cry". It is read なく (naku). This page covers its usage with example sentences.
Meaning
to cry
Also : to weep · to sob · to shed tears
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Example Sentences
赤ちゃんがないています。
あかちゃんがないています。
The baby is crying.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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