可愛がる
かわいがる
kawaigaru
verbVocabularyLevel 57 - JLPT N2
Quick answer
可愛がる (かわいがる (kawaigaru)) means "to be affectionate to". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
to be affectionate to
Also : to treat tenderly · to dote on · to show one's love (for) · to cherish · to love · to be affectionate
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 可愛がる (かわいがる) means 'to love'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to love.
Example Sentences
まいにち、可愛がります。
まいにち、かわいがります。
I like to be affectionate to.
私は可愛がります。
わたしはかわいがります。
I can be affectionate to.
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