追う
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 追う
1
to chase; to run after; to pursue; to follow after
Examples
その警官は泥棒を追っていた。
The policeman was after the thief.
2
to follow (a set order, a trend, etc.)
Examples
エイズ調査の分野におけるすべての変化を追い続けることはできない。
I can't keep track of all the changes taking place in the world of AIDS research.
3
to drive out; to get rid of; to oust; to expel
4
to drive (e.g. a herd)
Examples
カウボーイが牛を牧草地へ追っていく。
A cowboy is driving cattle to the pasture.
5
In passive voice
to be pressed (e.g. for time)
Examples
今日は時間に追われていてね。
I've been pressed for time today!
Kanji in this Word
追
8 strokes
Frequency: 411
JLPT N2
Grade 3
Meanings
chase
drive away
follow
pursue
meanwhile
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ツイ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
お.う
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
おい
逐
9 strokes
Frequency: 2230
JLPT N1
Grade 8
Meanings
pursue
drive away
chase
accomplish
attain
commit
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
チク
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