掘る
ほる
horu
verbVocabularyLevel 71 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

掘る (ほる (horu)) means "to dig". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to dig

Also : to hollow · to excavate

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 掘る (ほる) means 'to dig'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to dig.

Example Sentences

まいにち、掘ります。

まいにち、ほります。

I like to dig.

私は掘ります。

わたしはほります。

I can dig.

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