補う
おぎなう
oginau
verbVocabularyLevel 55 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

補う (おぎなう (oginau)) means "to supplement". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to supplement

Also : to replenish · to compensate · to compensate for

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 補う (おぎなう) means 'to supplement'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to supplement.

Example Sentences

補う、わすれました。

おぎなう、わすれました。

Ah, I forgot.

補う、そうですか。

おぎなう、そうですか。

Oh, I see.

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