負け
まけ
make
VocabularyLevel 48 - JLPT N3
Meaning
defeat
loss · losing
Signification
défaite
perte · perdre
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 負け (まけ) means 'defeat'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of defeat.
Example Sentences
今日の試合は負けだ。
きょうのしあいはまけだ。
Today's match is a defeat.
Le match d'aujourd'hui est une défaite.
負けを認めることが大切だ。
まけをみとめることがたいせつだ。
It is important to accept defeat.
Il est important d'accepter la défaite.
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