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A2 verb #3,000 가장 일반적인 6분 분량

直る

naoru 상위 3,000

연습하기 예시 노트와 팁 直る 30초 만에

설명 直る in your Level:

At the A1 level, you should focus on the most basic meaning of 'naoru' as 'to be fixed.' You will mostly use it in the past tense 'naotta' to tell someone that something which was broken is now working. It is an intransitive verb, meaning you don't use it for 'I fixed the car,' but rather for 'The car is fixed.' Think of it as a state of being. You will often see it paired with simple nouns like 'tokei' (clock), 'terebi' (TV), or 'omocha' (toy). At this stage, just remember that 'ga naotta' is the magic phrase for 'It's fixed!'

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In the A2 level, you begin to understand the grammar behind 'naoru' as a Godan verb and its relationship with the transitive verb 'naosu.' You should be able to use it in polite form (naorimasu) and negative form (naoranai). You also start to use it for slightly more abstract things, like your 'kuse' (habits) or 'machigai' (mistakes). A2 learners should be careful not to confuse '直る' with '治る' (healing from illness), even though they sound the same. You might use it in sentences to describe the result of a repair service you used.

At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using 'naoru' in various conjugations, including the conditional forms (naoreba, naottara). You can use it to describe more complex situations, such as a computer's condition (chousi) or a person's mood (kigen). B1 learners should understand the nuance of using 'naoru' to express relief. You also start to recognize the difference between 'naoru' and more formal synonyms like 'shuuri sareru' or 'fukkyuu suru.' You might use 'naoru' in a story to describe how a problem was resolved.

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B2 learners use 'naoru' to describe a wide range of corrections, including social reconciliations (naka ga naoru) and the correction of complex data or logical errors. You should understand how 'naoru' functions within larger sentence structures, such as relative clauses ('naotta pasokon' - the PC that was fixed). You are also expected to use the potential form 'naoreru' correctly, though it is often replaced by 'naosu koto ga dekiru' in certain contexts. You can discuss the probability of something being fixed using 'naoru darou' or 'naoru hazu da.'

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At the C1 level, you recognize the subtle nuances of 'naoru' in literature and formal speech. You understand its etymological roots in the concept of 'straightness' (nao) and how that influences its usage in phrases like 'shisei ga naoru' (posture is corrected). You can distinguish between 'naoru' and other restoration verbs in highly specific contexts, such as technical manuals or academic papers. You are also aware of regional variations or slightly archaic uses of the word in classical Japanese literature.

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C2 mastery involves using 'naoru' with the precision of a native speaker, including its use in idiomatic expressions and complex metaphorical contexts. You understand the philosophical implications of 'naoru' as a return to a natural or ideal state. You can effortlessly switch between 'naoru' and its formal counterparts like 'teisei sareru' or 'shusei sareru' depending on the audience. At this level, you can also identify when 'naoru' is used ironically or sarcastically in social commentary.

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直る 30초 만에

Means 'to be fixed/repaired' for objects and states.
It is an intransitive verb; use the particle 'ga'.
Distinct from '治る' (healing) despite having the same pronunciation.
Used for machines, electronics, habits, mistakes, and moods.

The Japanese verb 直る (naoru) is a fundamental intransitive verb that every Japanese learner must master at the A2 level. At its core, it describes the process of something returning to its original, functional, or correct state. Unlike its transitive counterpart naosu (to fix something), 直る focuses on the object itself and the fact that the repair has been completed, regardless of who did the fixing. This distinction is crucial in Japanese grammar because it shifts the focus from the agent of the action to the resulting state of the object.

Mechanical Repair: The most common use case involves broken machines, electronics, or mechanical systems. When your computer stops crashing, your car starts running again, or your watch begins ticking, you say they have 'naotta'.
Correction of Errors: It is also used when mistakes in a document, a program, or a calculation are rectified. If a typo in a manuscript is corrected, the 'machigai' (mistake) has 'naotta'.
Behavioral and Abstract States: Beyond physical objects, it applies to abstract concepts like 'kigen' (mood) or 'kuse' (habits). If someone was angry but is now cheerful, their mood has 'naotta'. If a child stops biting their nails, the habit has 'naotta'.

壊れたテレビがやっと直る。(The broken TV is finally fixed.)

It is important to distinguish this 'naoru' from its homophone 治る, which also reads 'naoru' but uses a different kanji. While 直る is for objects, habits, and states, 治る is strictly reserved for medical contexts like recovering from an illness or a wound. Mixing these up is a common beginner mistake, so remembering that '直' (straight/correct) relates to 'fixing' a path or a machine is a helpful mnemonic.

Grammatically, 直る is a Godan verb (Group 1). Because it is intransitive, the subject of the sentence is the thing that was broken, and it is almost always marked by the particle が (ga). You should avoid using the object particle を (o) with this verb, as that would require the transitive version, 直す (naosu).

Basic Pattern: [Object] + が + 直る. (The [Object] gets fixed.)
Past Tense: 直った (naotta) is used to announce that something is now working. 'Pasokon ga naotta!' (The PC is fixed!)

パソコンの調子が直りました。(The condition of the PC has been fixed.)

When talking about habits or abstract states, the structure remains the same. For example, 'Kuse ga naoru' (A habit gets fixed/cured). In more formal settings, you will use the polite form 直ります (naorimasu) or the potential form 直れる (naoreru), although the potential form of intransitive verbs is less common than the potential form of transitive verbs.

この時計はもう直らないでしょう。(This watch probably won't be fixed/can't be fixed.)

You will encounter 直る in a variety of real-world environments, from professional repair shops to casual family dinner tables. It is a word that signals relief and resolution. In a technical support context, a technician might call you to say, 'O-matase shimashita. Pasokon ga naorimashita' (Thank you for waiting. The PC is fixed). In this scenario, the word acts as a confirmation of service completion.

修理に出した靴が直って戻ってきた。(The shoes I sent for repair came back fixed.)

In social situations, you might hear it used regarding interpersonal dynamics. If two friends had a fight and then reconciled, someone might say 'Naka ga naotta' (Their relationship is fixed/They are back on good terms). Similarly, if a child is crying and then stops, a parent might say 'Kigen ga naotta ne' (Your mood is better now, isn't it?). This versatility makes it one of the most useful verbs for describing the transition from a 'broken' or 'bad' state back to a 'normal' or 'good' one.

Customer Service: 'Koshou ga naorimashita' (The malfunction has been fixed.)
Daily Life: 'A, dentou ga naotta!' (Oh, the light is fixed/working again!)

The most frequent pitfall for English speakers is the confusion between 直る (naoru) and 直す (naosu). In English, the word 'fix' can be both transitive ('I fixed the car') and intransitive ('The car is fixed'). In Japanese, these must be strictly separated. If you say 'Kuruma o naoru', it is grammatically incorrect because 'naoru' cannot take a direct object. You must say 'Kuruma ga naoru' or 'Kuruma o naosu'.

❌ 私はスマホを直った。
✅ スマホが直った。

Another significant error is the confusion with 治る (naoru - to heal). While they sound identical, using the '直' kanji for a cold or a broken leg is considered a spelling error. Use '直' for machines, errors, and moods; use '治' for biological healing. Beginners often default to the first 'naoru' they learned, which is usually the one for objects, and incorrectly apply it to health.

Mistake 1: Particle Confusion: Using 'o' instead of 'ga'. Remember: Intransitive verbs like naoru pair with 'ga'.
Mistake 2: Kanji Misuse: Using 直る for sickness. Sickness is a biological process (治る), not a mechanical repair (直る).

While 直る is the most versatile word for 'being fixed', there are several synonyms and related terms that offer more specific nuances. Depending on whether you are talking about a large-scale infrastructure project or a small adjustment to a sentence, you might choose a different word.

修理される (Shuuri sareru): This is the passive form of 'to repair'. It is more formal and technical than 'naoru'. While 'naoru' focuses on the result (it's fixed!), 'shuuri sareru' focuses on the fact that a repair process was performed on it.
改善される (Kaizen sareru): Used when something isn't necessarily 'broken' but is being 'improved' or 'made better'. This is common in business contexts (e.g., improving a process).
復旧する (Fukkyuu suru): Specifically used for systems or services returning to normal after a disaster or outage. For example, 'The electricity was restored' (Denki ga fukkyuu shita).

システムが復旧しました。(The system has been restored/fixed.)

Comparing naoru to fukkatsu (revival) is also interesting. Fukkatsu is used when something that was completely 'dead' or 'gone' comes back to life, whereas naoru implies it was just malfunctioning or incorrect. Choosing the right level of formality and the specific context of the 'repair' will make your Japanese sound much more natural and precise.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The kanji '直' originally depicted an eye looking straight down at a line, symbolizing correctness and honesty. This is why it's used for both 'fixing' things and being 'honest' (正直).

발음 가이드

UK /na.o.ɾɯ/

US /na.o.ɾu/

Flat (Heiban) - the pitch stays relatively level throughout the word.

라임이 맞는 단어

Kaoru (fragrance) Taoru (towel - katakana) Tooru (to pass) Satoru (to perceive) Mamoru (to protect) Noboru (to climb) Okuru (to send) Tsukuru (to make)

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing the 'r' like an English 'r'. It should be a flap.
Stressing the first syllable too heavily.
Confusing the pitch with 'naosu'.

난이도

독해 2/5

The kanji is common but distinct from the 'healing' version.

쓰기 3/5

The kanji 直 has 8 strokes and requires care with the internal lines.

말하기 2/5

Pronunciation is simple, but the flap 'r' takes practice.

듣기 3/5

Easy to confuse with 'naosu' or '治る' in fast speech.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

壊れる (kowareru - to break) 直す (naosu - to fix [transitive]) 動く (ugoku - to move/work)

다음에 배울 것

修理 (shuuri - repair) 故障 (koshou - malfunction) 改善 (kaizen - improvement)

고급

復旧 (fukkyuu - restoration) 是正 (zeze - correction) 矯正 (kyousei - reform)

알아야 할 문법

Intransitive Verbs (Jidoushi)

くるまがなおる (The car is fixed).

Te-iru for Resultative State

なおっている (It is [already] fixed).

Potential Form of Godan Verbs

なおれる (Can be fixed - though less common).

Transitive vs Intransitive Pairs

なおす (Transitive) vs なおる (Intransitive).

Conjunction 'node' for results

なおったので、つかえます (It's fixed, so you can use it).

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수준별 예문

時計が直りました。

The clock was fixed.

Polite past tense of naoru.

おもちゃが直った！

The toy is fixed!

Casual past tense.

テレビが直りません。

The TV won't be fixed / isn't fixing.

Polite negative form.

ペンが直りました。

The pen is fixed.

Basic ga + naoru pattern.

ラジオが直った。

The radio was fixed.

Simple subject + verb.

カメラが直りましたか？

Is the camera fixed?

Question form.

自転車が直った。

The bicycle was fixed.

Common daily object usage.

電球が直りました。

The light bulb is fixed (working again).

Resultative state.

パソコンがすぐに直りました。

The computer was fixed immediately.

Adverb 'sugu ni' modifying the verb.

悪い癖が直りました。

The bad habit was fixed (corrected).

Abstract usage for habits.

間違いが直っています。

The mistake is corrected.

Te-iru form showing state.

この靴は直りますか？

Can these shoes be fixed?

Dictionary form used for possibility.

機嫌が直りました。

(His/Her) mood has improved.

Common phrase for emotions.

信号が直ったので、進めます。

The signal is fixed, so we can go.

Conjunction 'node' explaining a result.

スマホが直ってよかったです。

I'm glad the smartphone was fixed.

~te yokatta (glad that...).

この機械はもう直らない。

This machine won't be fixed anymore.

Negative dictionary form.

修理に出した時計がやっと直ってきた。

The watch I sent for repair finally came back fixed.

~te kuru showing the return of the object.

先生に教えてもらって、間違いが直った。

Thanks to the teacher showing me, the mistake was corrected.

~te morau showing receiving a favor.

雨が降ったが、すぐに天気が直った。

It rained, but the weather soon improved (returned to good).

Weather context (less common than 'kaifuku' but possible).

部品を替えたら、エンジンが直った。

When I changed the parts, the engine was fixed.

~tara conditional.

しばらくすれば、彼の機嫌も直るだろう。

His mood will probably improve if some time passes.

~darou expressing probability.

どうすればこの癖が直るのか分かりません。

I don't know how this habit can be fixed.

Embedded question with 'no ka.'

プログラムのバグがやっと直った。

The bug in the program is finally fixed.

Technical context.

昨日壊れたドアが、もう直っている。

The door that broke yesterday is already fixed.

Relative clause modifying 'doa'.

一度壊れた信頼関係は、そう簡単には直らない。

Once broken, a relationship of trust cannot be fixed so easily.

Metaphorical usage for relationships.

姿勢を意識したら、猫背が直ってきた。

Since I became conscious of my posture, my slouching has improved.

~te kuru showing gradual change.

誤字脱字がすべて直っているか確認してください。

Please check if all typos and missing characters have been corrected.

Compound nouns for errors.

この古いカメラは、部品がないので直りようがない。

Since there are no parts, there's no way this old camera can be fixed.

~you ga nai (no way to...).

喧嘩していた二人の仲が、ようやく直ったようだ。

It seems the relationship between the two who were fighting has finally been mended.

~you da (seems like).

予定が直ったので、明日伺うことができます。

The schedule has been adjusted (fixed), so I can visit tomorrow.

Kanji usage for schedule correction.

これだけ壊れていたら、直るはずがない。

If it's broken this much, there's no way it will be fixed.

~hazu ga nai (impossible that...).

この文章の不自然な点がすべて直りました。

All the unnatural points in this text have been corrected.

Abstract correction.

社会の歪みが直るには、長い年月が必要だ。

It will take many years for the distortions in society to be corrected.

Sociological/Abstract usage.

抜本的な改革を行わない限り、この制度は直らない。

Unless radical reforms are carried out, this system will not be fixed.

~nai kagiri (unless...).

翻訳の微細なニュアンスのズレがようやく直った。

The slight shifts in nuance in the translation have finally been corrected.

High-level linguistic context.

一度染み付いた偏見は、なかなか直るものではない。

Once a prejudice has taken hold, it is not something that is easily corrected.

~mono de wa nai (not the sort of thing that...).

データの不整合が直り、解析がスムーズに進んだ。

The data inconsistency was fixed, and the analysis proceeded smoothly.

Scientific/Data context.

彼のひねくれた性格も、彼女に出会ってから直った。

Even his twisted personality was fixed after he met her.

Character/Personality usage.

論理的な矛盾が直ったことで、論文の質が向上した。

By correcting the logical contradictions, the quality of the thesis improved.

Academic context.

建物の傾きが地盤改良によって直った。

The tilting of the building was corrected by ground improvement.

Engineering context.

言語の変遷に伴う語法の乱れは、一概に直るべきものとは言えない。

Corruption of usage accompanying language evolution cannot necessarily be said to be something that should be 'fixed'.

Philosophical/Linguistic discourse.

国家間の不和が直る兆しは、今のところ全く見えない。

There is currently no sign at all that the discord between the nations will be mended.

Geopolitical context.

天性の才能は磨けるが、欠落した感性は直る類のものではない。

Natural talent can be polished, but a lacking sensibility is not the kind of thing that can be fixed.

Abstract philosophical contrast.

プログラムの根源的な脆弱性が直るまで、公開は見合わせるべきだ。

Publication should be postponed until the fundamental vulnerabilities of the program are fixed.

Cybersecurity context.

一度失墜した権威が直ることは、歴史上稀である。

It is rare in history for an authority that has once fallen to be restored.

Historical/Abstract usage.

市場の歪みが自然に直るという考えは、あまりに楽観的だ。

The idea that market distortions will fix themselves naturally is far too optimistic.

Economic theory context.

個人の性癖が矯正によって直るかどうかは、議論の分かれるところだ。

Whether an individual's idiosyncrasies can be corrected through reform is a point of contention.

Legal/Psychological discourse.

万象が本来の姿に直る時、真の平和が訪れる。

When all things return (are fixed) to their original forms, true peace will arrive.

Metaphysical/Spiritual usage.

자주 쓰는 조합

パソコンが直る

機嫌が直る

癖が直る

間違いが直る

故障が直る

姿勢が直る

仲が直る

予定が直る

信号が直る

テレビが直る

자주 쓰는 구문

直る見込み

— The prospect of being fixed. Used to discuss if repair is possible.

この時計は直る見込みがない。

すぐに直る

— To be fixed immediately. Used for simple repairs.

これならすぐに直るよ。

綺麗に直る

— To be fixed perfectly/beautifully.

傷が綺麗に直った。

なかなか直らない

— Won't be fixed easily. Used for stubborn problems.

この癖はなかなか直らない。

やっと直る

— Finally fixed. Expresses relief after a long wait.

車がやっと直った。

元通りに直る

— To be fixed back to its original state.

元通りに直りました。

自分では直らない

— Won't fix itself / Can't be fixed by oneself.

これは自分では直らない。

自動的に直る

— To be fixed automatically.

エラーは自動的に直る。

簡単に直る

— To be fixed easily.

設定を変えれば簡単に直る。

完全に直る

— To be completely fixed.

完全に直るまで待ちましょう。

자주 혼동되는 단어

直る vs 直す (naosu)

Naosu is transitive (I fix it). Naoru is intransitive (It is fixed).

直る vs 治る (naoru)

Naoru (治) is for medical healing. Naoru (直) is for objects/states.

直る vs 直る (naoru) vs 戻る (modoru)

Modoru means 'to return'. Naoru implies 'fixing' a problem.

관용어 및 표현

"機嫌が直る"

— To return to a good mood after being angry or sad.

美味しいものを食べたら機嫌が直った。

Informal/Neutral

"仲が直る"

— To reconcile or make up with someone.

やっと彼と仲が直った。

Informal/Neutral

"根性が直る"

— To have one's twisted personality or attitude corrected (often used harshly).

そんなんじゃ根性は直らないぞ。

Informal/Slang

"性根が直る"

— To have one's basic nature or character corrected.

少しは性根が直ったようだ。

Neutral

"手が直る"

— To improve one's handwriting or skill (less common now).

練習して、やっと手が直った。

Archaic

"折り合いが直る"

— To reach a compromise or mend a disagreement.

条件の折り合いが直った。

Formal

"話が直る"

— For a discussion or deal to be put back on track.

破談になりかけた話が直った。

Neutral

"腰が直る"

— To correct one's posture (specifically the lower back).

整体で腰が直った。

Neutral

"筆が直る"

— To correct one's writing style.

推敲して筆が直った。

Literary

"筋が直る"

— To have the logic or 'line' of an argument corrected.

説明を聞いて筋が直った。

Neutral

혼동하기 쉬운

直る vs 治る

Identical pronunciation (naoru).

治る is for sickness/injuries. 直る is for machines/errors/moods.

風邪が治った (The cold is cured) vs 時計が直った (The clock is fixed).

直る vs 直す

Transitive version of the same root.

直す needs an actor (I fix). 直る focuses on the object (It is fixed).

私が直す (I fix) vs それが直る (It gets fixed).

直る vs 直る vs 修正する

直る is a general verb for 'being fixed'. 修正する is a formal noun-verb for 'correcting' documents/data.

間違いが直った (Mistake is fixed) vs 文章を修正した (Corrected the text).

直る vs 直る vs 修理する

直る is intransitive (it's fixed). 修理する is transitive and more technical (to repair).

車が直った (Car is fixed) vs 車を修理した (Repaired the car).

直る vs 直る vs 改善する

直る implies fixing something broken. 改善する implies making something functional even better.

バグが直った (Bug fixed) vs 効率が改善した (Efficiency improved).

문장 패턴

[Noun] が直りました。

時計が直りました。

[Noun] が直った。

おもちゃが直った。

[Noun] が直ってよかった。

パソコンが直ってよかった。

[Noun] がなかなか直らない。

癖がなかなか直らない。

[Noun] が直る見込みがある。

時計が直る見込みがある。

[Noun] が直っているか確認する。

間違いが直っているか確認する。

[Abstract Noun] が直るには時間がかかる。

社会の歪みが直るには時間がかかる。

[Noun] が直る兆しがない。

不和が直る兆しがない。

어휘 가족

명사

直し (naoshi - a fix/correction)

直り (naori - the state of being fixed)

동사

直す (naosu - to fix - Transitive)

仕直す (shinaosu - to redo)

書き直す (kakinaosu - to rewrite)

見直す (minaosu - to review)

형용사

直りやすい (naoriyasui - easy to fix)

直りにくい (naorinikui - hard to fix)

사용법

frequency

Very High in daily life and technical contexts.

자주 하는 실수

風邪が直った。 → 風邪が治った。
Sickness requires the 'healing' kanji 治, not the 'fixing' kanji 直.
私は時計を直った。 → 私は時計を直した。 / 時計が直った。
直る is intransitive and cannot take a direct object with 'o'.
機嫌を直った。 → 機嫌が直った。
Mood (kigen) is the subject that 'gets fixed', so use 'ga'.
この機械は直れる。 → この機械は直る。 / 直すことができる。
Potential form of intransitive verbs is rare; the dictionary form often implies possibility.
テレビに直した。 → テレビが直った。
Confusion between particles and verb types. 'Ni' is incorrect here.

팁

The 'Ga' Rule

Always pair '直る' with the particle 'が' (ga). If you find yourself wanting to use 'を' (o), you probably need the verb '直す' (naosu) instead.

Kanji Visual

The kanji 直 has an 'eye' component on top. Imagine an eye looking straight at a machine to see if it's fixed properly.

Relief Expression

Use the past tense '直った！' (Naotta!) with a rising intonation to express relief when something finally works.

Habit Correction

When writing about self-improvement, use '直る' for habits like 'late-night snacking' or 'biting nails'.

Mending Ties

Use '仲が直る' (naka ga naoru) specifically for friends or couples who have reconciled after an argument.

Tech Support

If you are at a Japanese Apple Store, listen for 'naorimashita'. It means your device is ready to be picked up.

Word Family

Learn 'naosu' and 'naoru' as a pair. This is one of the most common transitive/intransitive pairs in the language.

Context Clues

If you hear 'naoru' in a hospital, it's almost certainly '治る'. If you hear it in a garage, it's '直る'.

The 'Normal' Link

Associate 'Naoru' with 'Normal'. Something that is fixed has returned to its 'Normal' state.

Mood Indicator

'Kigen ga naoru' is a very common phrase. Use it when a grumpy friend starts laughing again.

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'NAO-RU' sounds like 'NOW-REDO'. If something is fixed, it doesn't need a redo NOW. Or think of 'NAO' as 'Now' -> 'Now it's fixed!'.

시각적 연상

Imagine a crooked line (a mistake) suddenly snapping into a perfectly straight line (the kanji 直).

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챌린지

Try to find three things in your house that are broken and say '[Object] ga naoranai' (The [Object] won't be fixed). Then find something you fixed and say '[Object] ga naotta!'.

어원

Derived from the Old Japanese word 'nao', which meant 'straight' or 'normal'.

원래 의미: To return to a straight or correct position.

Japonic

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No specific sensitivities, but avoid using 'naoru' (直る) for serious medical conditions where '治る' is required.

English speakers often use 'fix' for both 'I fixed it' and 'It is fixed'. Japanese learners must separate these into 'naosu' and 'naoru'.

Kintsugi (art of repair) Mottainai (concept of no waste) Japanese craftsmanship (shokunin)

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At a Repair Shop

これ、直りますか？ (Can this be fixed?)
いつ直りますか？ (When will it be fixed?)
いくらで直りますか？ (How much will it cost to fix?)
綺麗に直りました。 (It was fixed beautifully.)

At Home

テレビが直った！ (The TV is fixed!)
機嫌直してよ。 (Please cheer up/fix your mood.)
癖が直らない。 (I can't fix my habit.)
電球が直った。 (The light is fixed.)

At School/Office

間違いが直りました。 (The mistake has been corrected.)
バグが直った。 (The bug is fixed.)
予定が直った。 (The schedule is fixed/adjusted.)
姿勢が直った。 (Posture is corrected.)

Social Situations

仲が直った。 (We made up.)
機嫌が直った。 (He/She is in a better mood.)
誤解が直った。 (The misunderstanding was cleared up.)
雰囲気が直った。 (The atmosphere improved.)

Technical Support

接続が直りました。 (The connection is fixed.)
エラーが直らない。 (The error won't go away/be fixed.)
システムが直った。 (The system is fixed.)
設定が直った。 (The settings are fixed.)

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"最近、何か壊れていたものが直りましたか？ (Has anything broken been fixed lately?)"

"どうすれば悪い癖が直ると思いますか？ (How do you think bad habits can be fixed?)"

"スマホが直らなかったら、どうしますか？ (What would you do if your smartphone couldn't be fixed?)"

"喧嘩した友達と仲が直ったことはありますか？ (Have you ever made up with a friend you fought with?)"

"パソコンが直った時、どんな気持ちでしたか？ (How did you feel when your PC was fixed?)"

일기 주제

今日、直ったものについて書いてください。 (Write about something that was fixed today.)

自分の直したい癖は何ですか？ (What is a habit you want to fix?)

壊れたものが直った時の嬉しさを説明してください。 (Explain the joy of when a broken thing is fixed.)

「直る」と「治る」の違いについて学んだことをまとめましょう。 (Summarize what you learned about the difference between naoru and naoru.)

最近、誰かの機嫌が直ったエピソードを書いてください。 (Write an episode about someone's mood improving lately.)

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No, you should use '治る' (naoru) with the medical kanji. Using '直る' for a cold is a common mistake for beginners.

'直る' (naoru) is intransitive, meaning 'something gets fixed' (The TV is fixed). '直す' (naosu) is transitive, meaning 'someone fixes something' (I fixed the TV).

It is a Group 1 (Godan) verb. Its forms are: naoru, naoranai, naorimasu, naotta, etc.

You can say '直るといいですね' (Naoru to ii desu ne).

Yes! You can say '仲が直る' (naka ga naoru) to mean 'to make up' or 'to mend a relationship'.

Because '直る' is an intransitive verb. In Japanese, the subject of an intransitive verb (the thing undergoing the change) is marked with 'ga'.

It's more common to use '癒える' (ieru - to heal) or '立ち直る' (tachinaoru - to recover/get back on one's feet), but 'kigen ga naoru' (mood improves) is used for temporary sadness.

Sometimes people say 'tenki ga naoru' to mean the weather got better, but 'tenki ga kaifuku suru' is more formal and common.

You can say '直らない' (naoranai) or more strongly '直しようがない' (naoshi-you ga nai).

Not necessarily. It just focuses on the fact that it is now in a good state. It could have fixed itself or been fixed by a professional.

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