努める
つとめる
tsutomeru
VocabularyLevel 75 - JLPT N2

Meaning

to try

to aim

Signification

essayer

viser

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 努める (つとめる) means 'to try'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to try.

Example Sentences

毎日健康に努めることが大切だと思います。

まいにちけんこうにつとめることがたいせつだとおもいます。

I think it is important to strive for good health every day.

Je pense qu'il est important de s'efforcer d'être en bonne santé chaque jour.

誤解を避けるよう努めています。

ごかいをさけるようつとめています。

I am making efforts to avoid misunderstandings.

Je m'efforce d'éviter les malentendus.

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