力む

Meanings

1. 01

   Godan verb (む) · Intransitive

   to strain (oneself); to bear down; to exert oneself; to try (too) hard; to draw one's body taut

2. 02

   Godan verb (む) · Intransitive

   to put on a bold front; to make a show of strength; to swagger; to bluff; to boast

Pitch accent

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• 力む
  中高 · Nakadaka