負う
おう
ou
VocabularyLevel 40 - JLPT N3

Meaning

to bear

to owe

Signification

porter

devoir

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 負う (おう) means 'to bear'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to bear.

Example Sentences

彼は家族を養う責任を負っている。

かれはかぞくをやしなうせきにんをおっている。

He bears the responsibility of supporting his family.

Il porte la responsabilité de subvenir aux besoins de sa famille.

怪我を負って病院に行った。

けがをおってびょういんにいった。

I was injured and went to the hospital.

J'ai été blessé et suis allé à l'hôpital.

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