離れる

This is the 5215th most frequent Japanese word.


離れる

"離れる" means "to leave, separate, or be distant from."


Here, '離れる' is used to indicate spatial separation or movement away from a location, the station.

駅から離れると、自然が美しく広がっていました。

As I moved away from the station, the nature beautifully expanded.


Here, '離れる' is utilized metaphorically to denote separation or deviation from a concept, reality in this case.

彼の考えは現実から少し離れているように感じます。

His thoughts seem to be slightly distanced from reality.


Here, '離れる' is used to describe physical movement to create space or distance, away from an object or point.

ペンを机に置いた後、数歩離れてください。

After putting the pen on the desk, take a few steps back.