清む
すむ
sumu
verbVocabularyLevel 70 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

清む (すむ (sumu)) means "to become clear (water, air, etc.)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to become clear (water, air, etc.)

Also : to become serene · to become tranquil · to become transparent

Example Sentences

まいにち、清みます。

まいにち、すみます。

I like to become clear (water, air, etc.).

私は清みます。

わたしはすみます。

I can become clear (water, air, etc.).

Kanji in this word

清
Pure
Kunきよ.い、きよ.まる、きよ.める
Onせい、しょう、しん
JLPT N2

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