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担う
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 担う.
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Entry
1
to carry on one's shoulder; to shoulder; to bear
Examples
この梱包材が断熱機能を担っている。
This packaging material provides heat insulation.
2
to bear (a burden, responsibility, etc.); to take upon oneself
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