Translation and Meaning of: 引き止める - hikitomeru
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 引き止める (hikitomeru) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: hikitomeru
Kana: ひきとめる
Type: verb
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Translation / Meaning: to stop; to check; restrict
Meaning in English: to detain;to check;to restrain
Definition: Prevent people or things from moving and keep them in place.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (引き止める) hikitomeru
引き止める is a Japanese word composed of the kanjis 引き (hiki), which means "to pull", and 止める (tomeru), which means "to stop". Together, they form the verb 引き止める (hikitomeru), which can be translated as "to stop someone or something that is moving by pulling it back." This verb is often used in situations where someone tries to prevent another person from leaving a place or stopping doing something. For example, a friend might try to 引き止める (hikitomeru) another friend who is about to leave a party to get him to stay longer.How to Write in Japanese - (引き止める) hikitomeru
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Verbal conjugation of 引き止める
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 引き止める (hikitomeru)
- 引き止めた - past
- 引き止めない - negative/affirmative
- 引き止めています - present progressive
- 引き止めること - substantive
Synonyms and Similar - (引き止める) hikitomeru
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
留める; 抑える; 阻む; 妨げる; 捕らえる
Words containing: 引き止める
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Words with the same pronunciation: ひきとめる hikitomeru
Example Sentences - (引き止める) hikitomeru
Below are some example sentences:
彼女を引き止めるのは難しいです。
Kanojo wo hikitomeru no wa muzukashii desu
It's hard to stop her from leaving.
It's hard to stop her.
- 彼女 (kanojo) - means "girlfriend"
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 引き止める (hikitomeru) - verb meaning "to stop, prevent, withhold"
- のは (no wa) - topic particle
- 難しい (muzukashii) - adjective meaning "difficult"
- です (desu) - copulative verb that indicates "to be" or "to be"
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Other words of the same type: verb
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "to stop; to check; restrict" é "(引き止める) hikitomeru". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.