Word details

借りを返す

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 借りを返す.

Dictionary

Entry

借りを返すかりをかえすExpressionGodan verbFreq #22803
1

to pay back a debt

2

Idiomatic expression

to have one's revenge; to settle a score; to get back at someone

Examples
覚えてろよ。いつか借りを返してやるからな。
I will get even with you someday. Remember that.

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

borrow, rent

10 strokesFrequency 932JLPT N3Grade 4

On

シャク

Kun

か.りる

return, answer, fade, repay

6 strokesFrequency 685JLPT N2Grade 3

On

ヘン

Kun

かえ.す-かえ.すかえ.る-かえ.る

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