履く
はく
haku
JLPT N5verbVocabularyLevel 7 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

履く (はく (haku)) means "to put on (below the waist)". It is read はく (haku). This page covers its usage with example sentences.

Meaning

to put on (below the waist)

Also : to wear (shoes, trousers)

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Example Sentences

毎朝、靴を履いて会社に行く。

まいあさ、くつをはいてかいしゃにいく。

Every morning, I put on shoes and go to the office.

冬になると、厚いズボンを履く必要がある。

ふゆになると、あついズボンをはくひつようがある。

In winter, it is necessary to wear thick pants.

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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

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