住む
すむ
sumu
verbVocabularyLevel 9 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

住む (すむ (sumu)) means "to live (of humans)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to live (of humans)

Also : to dwell · to abide · to reside · to inhabit · to live in

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

Think of a sticky sumo wrestler holding a giant sponge to stop water from sumi (ink) soaking his clothes.

Example Sentences

まいにち、住みます。

まいにち、すみます。

I like to live (of humans).

私は住みます。

わたしはすみます。

I can live (of humans).

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