Translation and Meaning of: 反る - kaeru
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 反る (kaeru) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: kaeru
Kana: かえる
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n2, jlpt-n1
Translation / Meaning: to change; to turn; turn upside down
Meaning in English: to change;to turn over;to turn upside down
Definition: The bending of something in an arc.
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Explanation and Etymology - (反る) kaeru
The Japanese word 「反る」 (soru) has an interesting etymology that reflects its meaning of bending or arching. The kanji 「反」 is composed of the radicals 厂 (hana) which represents a cliff or precipice, and the lower part that resembles 又 (mata) which means again. This combination suggests the image of something that curves or returns to its original shape after being bent. This idea of curvature and return well characterizes the concept of 「反る」.
「反る」 is commonly used in Japanese to describe objects that bend or curve. For example, a piece of wood that bends due to humidity or a sheet of paper that curls at its edges. In another context, it can refer to postures or gestures where the body leans back or in another curved direction. This flexibility of application makes the word relevant in various everyday situations.
On the other hand, when addressing the word 「かえる」 (kaeru), we encounter an interesting case of homophony in Japanese, where different kanji and meanings share the same pronunciation. 「変える」 written as 「かえる」 (kaeru) means to alter or change something. Meanwhile, the kanji 「帰る」 also read as 「かえる」 (kaeru), expresses the idea of returning to a place of origin. This diversity in meaning illustrates well the rich polysemy and phonetic complexity of the Japanese language, encompassing different nuances depending on the context and the characters used.
Variations of 「かえる」
- 変える (kaeru): Change, modify, alter.
- 帰る (kaeru): Return, go back home.
- 替える (kaeru): Change, replace.
These variations of 「かえる」 reveal how the Japanese language is rich in nuances and contextual meanings. While 「反る」 captures the essence of curvature and return, 「かえる」 branches out in different directions of meaning, each bringing its own context and appropriate use. This ability of a word or sound to encompass different meanings highlights the beauty and complexity of the Japanese language, offering a wide palette of linguistic expressions for any situation.
Verbal conjugation of 反る
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 反る (kaeru)
- 反る - Verbo: writing
- 反る - Formas de conjugação:
- Present: 反る
- Past tense: 反った
- Imperative: 反れ
- Formal: 反ります
- Conditional: 反れば
Synonyms and similar words
- 反転する (Hanten suru) - Reverse, invert
- 曲がる (Magaru) - Turn, bend
- 屈曲する (Kukkyoku suru) - Bend, bend over
- 屈む (Kumu) - Bend, squat
- 曲げる (Mageru) - Fold, bend
- 反り返る (Sori kaeru) - To arch, to bend backward
- 反り曲がる (Sori magaru) - Arched, curved
- ひねる (Hineru) - Twist, turn
- ねじる (Nejiru) - Twist, coil
- くねる (Kuneru) - Retort, twist
- しなる (Shinaru) - Bend, curve
- ひしゃげる (Hishageru) - Knead, bend
- うねる (Uneru) - Winding, undulating
- うねりを起こす (Uneri o okosu) - Cause ripples
- うねりを生じる (Uneri o shoujiru) - Generate ripple
- ひしゃげる (Hishageru) - Amass, bend (repeated)
- ひしゃくれる (Hishakureru) - Be crumpled, bent
- ひしゃくれ上がる (Hishakureagaru) - Curved, with raised parts
- ひしゃみ上がる (Hishami agaru) - Raised and crushed
- ひしゃみ返る (Hishami kaeru) - Return to a crushed form
- ひしゃみ曲がる (Hishami magaru) - Dented and curved
- ひしゃみ屈曲する (Hishami kukkyoku suru) - Dented and bent (to bend)
- ひしゃみ屈む (Hishami kumu) - Dented and curved downwards
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: かえる kaeru
How to Write in Japanese - (反る) kaeru
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (反る) kaeru:
Example Sentences - (反る) kaeru
Below are some example sentences:
Mokuzai ga shikke de sorotte shimatta
The wood has warped due to moisture.
The wood was warped with moisture.
- 木材 - Means "wood" in Japanese.
- が - subject particle in Japanese.
- 湿気 - means "moisture" in Japanese.
- で - location particle in Japanese.
- 反ってしまった - is the past form of the verb 反る (sorou), which means "to bow" or "to bend", and the particle しまった (shimatta) indicates that the action was completed in a negative way.
Kawari ga aru katana wa utsukushii desu
A curved sword is beautiful.
The deformed sword is beautiful.
- 反りがある - curvado
- 刀 - sword
- 美しい - pretty
- です - is (verb to be in the present tense)
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