負け
まけ
make
nounVocabularyLevel 48 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

負け (まけ (make)) means "loss · defeat · losing". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

loss · defeat · losing

Also : loss · defeat · losing · win · victory · losing (a game)

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 負け (まけ) means 'defeat'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of defeat.

Example Sentences

今日の試合は負けだ。

きょうのしあいはまけだ。

Today's match is a defeat.

負けを認めることが大切だ。

まけをみとめることがたいせつだ。

It is important to accept defeat.

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