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捉える
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 捉える.
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1
to catch; to capture; to seize; to arrest; to grab; to catch hold of
Examples
ついに反逆者は捕らえられ、拘置所に入れられた。
The rebel was ultimately captured and confined to jail.
2
to grasp (e.g. meaning); to perceive; to capture (e.g. features)
Examples
なんであれ物事の本体を捕らえる事が肝心だ。
No matter what the problem is, it's essential to get at the heart of the matter.
3
to captivate; to move (one's heart)
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