1.
to take root (plants)
For a plant to establish its roots in soil and begin growing. Describes the process of a transplanted or newly planted seedling becoming established.
苗がしっかり根付いた。
The seedling has taken root firmly.
植え替えた花が無事に根付くか心配だ。
I'm worried about whether the transplanted flowers will take root successfully.
春に植えた木が夏までにしっかり根付いてくれるといい。
I hope the tree I planted in spring takes root firmly by summer.
2.
to become established, to take hold
For a custom, idea, culture, or practice to become firmly established in a community or society. A figurative extension of the plant metaphor.
この習慣は地域に根付いている。
This custom is deeply established in the area.
ボランティア活動が社会に根付いてきた。
Volunteer activities have become established in society.
新しい文化がその国に根付くまでには時間がかかる。
It takes time for a new culture to take hold in a country.
CONJUGATION:
Godan verb (五段動詞), く-row.
- Negative: 根付かない
- Polite: 根付きます
- Te-form: 根付いて
- Past: 根付いた
PATTERN:
〜に根付く: to take root in ~
The location or community where something becomes established is marked with に.
SIMILAR WORDS:
定着する (to become established) is a more formal, general-purpose alternative. 根付く carries a stronger metaphorical image of organic growth and deep connection.
Related Words
Related:
根ざす