Shirabe
泡 を 食う

泡あわ

Common Noun
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) burbuja;espuma;espuma;burbujas
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) bubble;foam;froth;suds;lather;head (on beer)
くだける波が泡を作った。
The breaking waves formed foam.
Other forms 沫 【あわ】

泡を食うあわをくう

Expression Godan
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expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'u' ending perder los papeles;dejarse llevar por la precipitación;actuar rápida e irreflexivamente
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expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'u' ending to be flurried;to be confused;to lose one's head
唐突な質問に彼は泡を食った。
He was confused by a sudden question.