Word details
もらう
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word もらう.
Dictionary
Entry
1
Transitive verb
to receive; to take; to accept
Examples
それじゃ、僕はチキンをもらいましょう。
Well then, I'll have chicken.
2
Auxiliary verb; Follows a verb in "-te" form
to get someone to do something
Examples
あさって彼にここへ来てもらうつもりです。
I will have him come here the day after tomorrow.
3
Transitive verb
to have in one's pocket (a fight, match)
4
Transitive verb
to contract (a disease); to catch; to be affected
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
貰
get, have, obtain
12 strokesFrequency 2,441Grade 9
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Kun
もら.う
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