Translation of Japanese word "変える" to English
変える
かえる
[kaeru]
IPA: /kæɾɯ/
Meaning
VerbTo become something different.
How to use
変える (kaeru) — 'to change / alter (transitive)'. Group 2. 予定を変える — change plans. 世界を変える — change the world. Intransitive: 変わる (kawaru).
🇬🇧 English
to change (trans.)
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 変える
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かえる
Romaji Transcription: kaeru
Example Sentences
彼は車を変えた。
かれはくるまをかえた。
He changed his car.
彼女は考えを変えた。
かのじょはおもいをかえた。
She changed her mind.
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Common phrases
- 予定を変える— to change plans
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Frequency rank: #404 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "変える" mean?▼
The Japanese word "変える" means "to change (trans.)" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "変える"?▼
The word "変える" is read as "かえる" (kaeru). 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 to change something.".
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