留める
とめる
tomeru
verbVocabularyLevel 100 - JLPT N1

Quick answer

留める (とめる (tomeru)) means "to stop". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to stop

Also : to cease · to fasten · to detain · to turn off

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 留める (とめる) means 'to fasten'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to fasten.

Example Sentences

まいにち、留めます。

まいにち、とめます。

I like to stop.

私は留めます。

わたしはとめます。

I can stop.

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