惚れ

惚れ

"惚れ" (ほれ) means "infatuation" or "falling in love."

Here, '惚れている' (horeteiru) is a verb form meaning 'is infatuated'. It shows admiration or romantic interest.

彼女はその俳優に惚れている。

She is infatuated with that actor.

In this sentence, '惚れる' (horeru) expresses admiration or adulation towards someone's talent, not necessarily romantic.

優れた才能に惚れる人は多い。

Many people admire outstanding talent.

Here, '惚れて' (horete) indicates affectionate admiration towards the cat, leading to starting to care for it.

猫に惚れて飼い始めた。

I fell in love with a cat and decided to start raising it.