きがつく
Kigatsuku
Other forms: 気が付く
気がつく (Kigatsuku) is a Japanese expression meaning “to notice, to realize, to realise, to become aware (of)”.
Meanings
- expression, godan verbto notice; to realize; to realise; to become aware (of); to perceive; to sense
- expression, godan verbto be attentive; to be scrupulous; to be observant
- expression, godan verbto regain consciousness; to come to (one's senses); to come round
Examples
彼は病院で気が付いた。
He regained consciousness in the hospital.
彼は危険に気がついていた。
He was aware of the danger.
彼女は自分の罪に気がつかない。
She is unconscious of her sin.
Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).