Explanation
A suffix meaning “to appear/to become ~,” often used with certain adjectives or nouns.
Formation
Adjective/Noun + びる (to form a verb)
Detailed explanation
The suffix ～びる is used to form verbs meaning 'to become like' or 'to seem like.' Typical examples include 大人びる (to become or behave like an adult), 古びる (to become old or look old), 田舎びる (to become rustic/countrified).
Examples
Kanojo wa nenrei yori otona bite iru.
She seems older than her actual age.
Kono tatemono wa sukkari furubite iru.
This building has become completely old and worn.
Kare wa tokai sodachi na noni, sukoshi inakabite iru hanashikata o suru.
Even though he grew up in the city, he speaks in a somewhat country-like way.
Kodomo ga kyuu ni otona biru shunkan o miru to odoroku.
It’s surprising when you see a child suddenly act grown-up.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.