偉い
えらい
erai
adjectiveVocabularyLevel 65 - JLPT N2
Quick answer
偉い (えらい (erai)) means "great". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
great
Also : laudable · excellent · admirable · honorable · wonderful
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Meaning ·
The word 偉い (えらい) means 'great'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of great.
Example Sentences
私は偉いが好きです。
わたしはえらいがすきです。
I like great.
Kanji in this word
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