代わり
かわり
kawari
JLPT N4nounVocabularyLevel 23 - JLPT N4
Quick answer
代わり (かわり (kawari)) means "Substitute". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.
Meaning
Substitute
Also : Replacement · Replacing
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Example Sentences
子どもの代わりに親が学校に行った。
こどものかわりにおやながっこうにいった。
The parent went to school instead of the child.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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