負う
おう
ou
verbVocabularyLevel 100 - JLPT N1

Quick answer

負う (おう (ou)) means "to carry on one's back". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to carry on one's back

Also : to owe · to bear · to shoulder

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 負う (おう) means 'to bear'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to bear.

Example Sentences

まいにち、負います。

まいにち、おいます。

I like to carry on one's back.

私は負います。

わたしはおいます。

I can carry on one's back.

Kanji in this word

負
- / Owe / Bear
Kunま.ける、ま.かす、お.う
Onふ
JLPT N3

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