相手
あいて
aite
VocabularyLevel 29 - JLPT N3

Meaning

partner

addressee · the person you are talking to

Signification

partenaire

destinataire · l'interlocuteur

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 相手 (あいて) means 'partner'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of partner.

Example Sentences

試合の相手はとても強かった。

しあいのあいてはとてもつよかった。

My opponent in the match was very strong.

Mon adversaire dans le match était très fort.

話し合いには相手の意見を聞くことが大切だ。

はなしあいにはあいてのいけんをきくことがたいせつだ。

In discussions, it is important to listen to the other party's opinion.

Dans les discussions, il est important d'écouter l'opinion de l'autre partie.

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