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耐える
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 耐える.
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Entry
1
Transitive verb
to bear; to stand; to endure; to put up with
Examples
あの騒音には耐えられないよ。
I can not stand that noise.
2
to support; to withstand; to resist; to brave
Examples
この家は地震に耐えますか。
Does this house withstand earthquakes?
3
to be fit for; to be equal to
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