Translation and Meaning of: 願う - negau
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 願う (negau) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: negau
Kana: ねがう
Type: noun.
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Translation / Meaning: to wish; to want; request; plead; wait; to beg
Meaning in English: to desire;to wish;to request;to beg;to hope;to implore
Definition: To have desires and hopes.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (願う) negau
願う is a Japanese word that means "to wish" or "to hope". The word is composed of two kanji characters: 願 (gan) which means "desire" or "plea", and う (u) which is a particle indicating action or state. The word is often used in religious or spiritual contexts, such as in prayers or wishes for good luck. The etymology of the word dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), when the word was written as "ねがふ" (negafu) in hiragana and referred to requests or pleas to gods or spirits. Over time, the word evolved into its current form, 願う.How to Write in Japanese - (願う) negau
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Synonyms and Similar - (願う) negau
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:
望む; 祈る; 願い求める; 願望する; 希望する
Words containing: 願う
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Words with the same pronunciation: ねがう negau
Example Sentences - (願う) negau
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Other words of the same type: noun.
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "to wish; to want; request; plead; wait; to beg" é "(願う) negau". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.