Translation of Japanese word "負ける" to English
負ける
まける
[makeru]
IPA: /mageɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo cease to have (something) in one's possession or capability.
How to use
負ける (makeru) — 'to lose / be defeated / lower price (casual)'. Group 2. 試合に負ける — lose a game. Antonym: 勝つ. 負け (make) — defeat (noun).
🇬🇧 English
to lose / be defeated
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 負ける
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): まける
Romaji Transcription: makeru
Example Sentences
彼は試合で負けた。
かれはたいじょうでまけた。
He lost the game.
私たちは試合を負けました。
わたしたちはたいじょうをまけました。
We lost the game.
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Common phrases
- 勝負に負ける— to lose a contest / fight
Frequency rank: #407 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "負ける" mean?▼
The Japanese word "負ける" means "to lose / be defeated" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "負ける"?▼
The word "負ける" is read as "まける" (makeru). 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: "Since I lost the game, I'm in the losing team.".
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