Word details

構う

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 構う.

Dictionary

Entry

構うGodan verbFreq #1354
1

Intransitive verb

to mind; to care about; to be concerned about; to have a regard for

Examples
6時に起きるのはかまわない
I don't mind getting up at six.
2

Intransitive verb

to be an issue; to matter; to create inconvenience

3

Word usually written using kana alone

to keep company; to care for; to look after; to entertain; to pay attention to; to spend time with

Examples
この子供達は親にかまってもらえない。
These children are neglected by their parents.
4

Intransitive verb

to interfere with; to meddle in

Examples
どうか私にかまわないでください。
Please don't mind me.
5

Transitive verb

to tease

6

Archaic; Transitive verb

to banish; to prohibit

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

posture, stance, appearance, build, set up

14 strokesFrequency 316JLPT N2Grade 5

On

コウ

Kun

かま.えるかま.う

Nanori

とち

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