Meaning of 敬う in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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敬うJLPT 2
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Kana Readingうやまう
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Romajiuyamau
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- Godan verb with `u` ending, transitive verb
- Meaning
- to show respect; to honour; to honor
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Example Sentences
敬う, うやまう used in context
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My parents told me that we should respect the old.
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My parents told me we should respect the old.
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They held her in high esteem as their benefactor.
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It is important, in any age, to adore God and to respect one's parents.
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It is important, in any age, to adore God and to respect one's parents.
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私は目上として敬っている人を訪問しようと思う時には、まず最初に手紙を書いて面会したい理由を述べる。
When I am going to visit someone I look up to, I first write to him and tell him why.
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