Translation of Japanese word "付ける" to English
付ける
つける
[tsukeru]
IPA: /tsukeɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo fasten, to join to (literally and figuratively).
How to use
付ける (tsukeru) — 'to attach / turn on / apply'. Group 2. 電気を付ける — turn on the light. 名前を付ける — give a name.
🇬🇧 English
to attach / turn on
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 付ける
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): つける
Romaji Transcription: tsukeru
Example Sentences
電球を付けてください。
でんきゅうをつけてください。
Please turn on the light bulb.
ハーネスを付けてください。
hāneshuをつけてください。
Please attach the harness.
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Common phrases
- 電気を付ける— to turn on the light
Frequency rank: #335 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "付ける" mean?▼
The Japanese word "付ける" means "to attach / turn on" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "付ける"?▼
The word "付ける" is read as "つける" (tsukeru). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used when attaching things or turning on electricity.".
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