Word details
備える
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 備える.
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Entry
1
to furnish with; to equip with; to provide; to install
Examples
このビルは非常階段を備えている。
The building is equipped with emergency stairs.
2
to prepare for; to make preparations for; to make provision for
Examples
不時にそなえなくてはいけない。
You should be prepared for emergencies.
3
to possess (all that is needed); to be endowed with; to be equipped with
Examples
食虫植物は、昆虫を捕らえるための様々な種類の罠を備えている。
Insect-eating plants are equipped with various kinds of traps to catch insects.
4
to be born with; to have since birth
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