Vocab Info
N3 る-verb, Transitive verb
嵌めるto insert, to put in (such that there is a snug fit), to button, to put on (something that envelops, e.g. gloves, ring), to pigeonhole (into a particular category), to place a ring-shaped object around something (esp. one that restricts freedom, such as handcuffs), to entrap, to set someone up (i.e. frame them for a crime, etc.)
Dictionary Definition
Common
る-verb, Transitive verb
1.
to fit (e.g. a pane into a frame), to insert (e.g. a cork), to fasten (a button)
Usually written using kana alone2.
to put on (something that envelops; e.g. a ring, gloves), to place (a hoop) around, to attach (e.g. a hose to a tap)
Usually written using kana alone3.
to pigeonhole (into a particular category), to force (into a mold), to place (restrictions) on
Usually written using kana alone4.
to entrap, to take (someone) in, to set (someone) up, to deceive
Usually written using kana alone5.
to throw into
Usually written using kana alone6.
All Forms
嵌める 【はめる】、填める 【はめる】、篏める 【はめる】、塡める 【はめる】、ハメる
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コートのボタンを嵌める。
To fasten the coat's buttons.
同僚に罠に嵌められました。
I was caught in a trap set by my colleague.
警官として犯人に手錠を嵌める瞬間に一番達成感を感じます。
As a police officer, I feel the greatest sense of accomplishment when I put handcuffs on a criminal.
ライバルの策略に嵌められないようにもっと注意深くなろう…。
I should be more careful not to fall into the trap of my rival's scheme...
つまり、あなたは喧嘩中に喧嘩の相手に池に嵌められたという事ですね?
So, you mean to say that during the fight, your opponent tricked you into falling into a pond?
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