引き返す
ひきかえす
hikikaesu
verbVocabularyExtra vocab 6 — supplementary
Quick answer
引き返す (ひきかえす (hikikaesu)) means "to turn back". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.
Meaning
to turn back
Also : to return · to go back · to come back
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Example Sentences
引き返すほかに方法がなかった。
ひきかえすほかにほうほうがなかった。
There was no choice but to turn back.
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Last updated Jun 18, 2026
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