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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