Word details

捧げる

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 捧げる.

Dictionary

Entry

捧げるさげる献げるTransitiveIchidan verbFreq #3702
1

to lift up; to hold up; to hold above eye level

Examples
彼は平和のために一生を捧げた
He dedicated his life to peace.
2

to give; to offer; to consecrate

3

to devote; to sacrifice; to dedicate

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

lift up, give, offer, consecrate, sacrifice, dedicate

11 strokesFrequency 2,286Grade 9

On

ホウ

Kun

ささ.げる

offering, counter for drinks, present, offer

13 strokesFrequency 637JLPT N1Grade 8

On

ケンコン

Kun

たてまつ.る

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