Translation of Japanese word "持つ" to English
持つ
もつ
[motsu]
IPA: /moɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo grasp or grip.
How to use
持つ (motsu) — 'to hold / have / carry'. Group 1 verb. もちます (polite), もった (past). 荷物を持つ — carry luggage. 持ち物 (mochimono) — belongings.
🇬🇧 English
to hold / have
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 持つ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): もつ
Romaji Transcription: motsu
Example Sentences
本を持ちます。
ほんをもちます。
I will hold the book.
この本は友達が持っています。
このほんはともだちがもっています。
This book is held by my friend.
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Common phrases
- 荷物を持つ— to carry luggage / bags
- 持ち物— belongings / things one has
Frequency rank: #60 in Japanese
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The Japanese word "持つ" means "to hold / have" in English.
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The word "持つ" is read as "もつ" (motsu). 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: "When reading a book, first hold the book.".
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