努める
つとめる
tsutomeru
verbVocabularyLevel 75 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

努める (つとめる (tsutomeru)) means "to endeavor (to do)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to endeavor (to do)

Also : to try · to aim · to strive · to try hard · to endeavour · to work hard

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

まいにち、努めます。

まいにち、つとめます。

I like to endeavor (to do).

私は努めます。

わたしはつとめます。

I can endeavor (to do).

Kanji in this word

努
Toil
Kunつと.める
Onど
JLPT N3

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