Meaning and Usage
The verb 傷付ける (きずつける) means "to wound" or "to hurt," and it is often used both for physical injuries and emotional harm. When used physically, it refers to causing a wound or injury to a person or animal. Emotionally, it means to hurt someone's feelings or damage their emotional state.
Common Contexts
This verb is frequently used in everyday conversation when talking about accidents or conflicts that cause harm. It can describe literal injuries, such as cuts or bruises, as well as figurative wounds like hurtful words or actions.
Collocations and Patterns
- 傷付ける + 体の部分 (e.g., 足を傷付ける): to injure a body part
- 気持ちを傷付ける: to hurt someone's feelings
- 心を傷付ける: to wound someone's heart/emotions
Register and Politeness
傷付ける is a neutral verb and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, when speaking politely, it is often combined with polite forms or expressions.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 傷付ける with 傷む (いたむ), which means "to be damaged" or "to hurt" but is intransitive. Remember 傷付ける is transitive and requires a direct object (someone or something being hurt).