いどむ

挑 む

Common word

  1. Godan verb with 'mu' ending, transitive verb

    to challenge to (a fight, game, etc.), to throw down the gauntlet, to contend for

    • そのインディアンの群れは、ほんのちょっとでも怒らすと戦いを挑もうとした。
      The band of Indians were ready to go on the warpath at the slightest provocation.

  2. Godan verb with 'mu' ending, intransitive verb

    to tackle (e.g. a problem), to attempt, to go after (a prize, record, etc.)

  3. Godan verb with 'mu' ending, intransitive verb

    to pressure (someone) for sex, to make advances to

    • 昨夜は結美のほうから挑んできたんだ。
      Last night it was Yumi who pushed for sex.