残す
のこす
nokosu
verbVocabularyLevel 45 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

残す (のこす (nokosu)) means "over) · to save · to reserve". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

over) · to save · to reserve

Also : over) · to save · to reserve · to leave (behind)

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 残す (のこす) means 'to leave (behind'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to leave (behind.

Example Sentences

食べ物を残してはいけない。

たべものをのこしてはいけない。

You should not leave food.

大切な記録を残した。

たいせつなきろくをのこした。

I left behind important records.

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