つく

点 く

Common word

  1. Godan verb with 'ku' ending, intransitive verb

    to be lit (of a lamp, burner, etc.), to catch fire, to ignite, to start burning
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 木造建築物は火がつきやすい。
      Wooden buildings catch fire easily.

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

    to be turned on (of a light, appliance, etc.), to come on
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 灯りが一晩中ついている。
      The lights have been burning all night.