帰る
かえる
kaeru
verbVocabularyLevel 3 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

帰る (かえる (kaeru)) means "to return". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to return

Also : to go home · to go back · to get home · to come home

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

Imagine a hamster running in circles on a hamster wheel until it trips and runs home. The funny "ka" sound reminds you to go back where you came from.

Example Sentences

まいにち、帰ります。

まいにち、かえます。

I like to return.

私は帰ります。

わたしはかえます。

I can return.

Kanji in this word

帰
Lead To / Arrive At / Result In
Kunかえ.る、かえ.す、おく.る
Onき
JLPT N4

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