Translation of Japanese word "受ける" to English
受ける
うける
[ukeru]
IPA: /ukeru/
Meaning
VerbTo be given, sent, or paid something.
How to use
受ける (ukeru) — 'to receive / take (test/interview)'. Group 2. 試験を受ける — take an exam. インタビューを受ける — give an interview.
🇬🇧 English
to receive / take (exam)
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 受ける
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): うける
Romaji Transcription: ukeru
Example Sentences
手紙を受ける。
てがみを うける。
I receive a letter.
賞を受ける。
しょうを うける。
I receive an award.
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Common phrases
- 試験を受ける— to take an exam
Frequency rank: #348 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "受ける" mean?▼
The Japanese word "受ける" means "to receive / take (exam)" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "受ける"?▼
The word "受ける" is read as "うける" (ukeru). 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: "Refers to the act of taking possession of something.".
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