Translation and Meaning of: 添える - soeru
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 添える (soeru) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: soeru
Kana: そえる
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n1
Translation / Meaning: Add to; attach; attach; to accompany; to decorate; imitate; attach
Meaning in English: to add to;to attach;to append;to accompany;to garnish;to imitate;to annex
Definition: To add to something or serve with seasoning or sauce.
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Explanation and Etymology - (添える) soeru
The Japanese word 「添える」 (soeru) is a verb that means "to accompany", "to attach", or "to complement". Its usage is quite broad in the language, as it can be employed in various contexts, ranging from adding a physical item to something to complementing an action or idea. The word is formed by the kanji 「添」, which carries the meaning of adding or supplementing, indicating the nature of its meaning in everyday use.
Etymologically, 「添える」 is composed of the kanji 「添」, which has as its main radical 「氵」 related to water, symbolizing the idea of fluidity and addition. This characteristic of the radical may be connected to the sense of adding or complementing something in a harmonious and fluid way. The ending in hiragana 「える」 reflects the verbal form that indicates an action.
In the cultural context, 「添える」 can often be found in contexts related to cuisine, where a main dish is complemented with side dishes, or in writing, where a main idea is enriched by additional information. Similarly, on social occasions, such as gifts, a card often "accompanies" the gift, acting as a 「添える」 for the expression of the author's intention.
In addition to its common use, 「添える」 has some variations and grammatical forms, such as 「添えて」 (soete), which is the te-form and is used to indicate that the action is still ongoing or as part of a sequence of actions. Another example is 「添えた」 (soeta), which is the past form, used to indicate that the action of adding or attaching has been completed. This flexibility in grammatical forms allows the verb to be versatile in sentence constructions.
Given its broad meaning, 「添える」 is valued for highlighting the importance of details and complements, whether in daily life, culture, or language. Certainly, its application transcends the simple act of adding, encompassing the idea of bringing life and depth to elements, whether tangible or intangible.
Verbal conjugation of 添える
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 添える (soeru)
- 添える - Positive present form
- 添えない - Present negative form
- 添えた - Passed form
- 添えます - Polite form
- 添えられる - Passive form
Synonyms and similar words
- 付ける (tsukeru) - Attach, add
- 添付ける (tenpukeru) - Attach (usually documents or files)
- 添付する (tenpusuru) - Attach (documents, files, etc.)
- 付属する (fuzokusuru) - Include, to be part of something
- 付与する (fuyosuru) - Check, assign (usually in contexts of law or permission)
- 付加する (fukasuru) - Add, sum (usually in technical or financial contexts)
- 付け加える (tsukewaeru) - Add more (to something already existing)
- 付け足す (tsuketasu) - Add (usually a piece of information or detail)
- 添え付ける (soetsukeru) - Anexar (like 添付ける, but can refer to information or ingredients)
- 添え付け (soetsuke) - Include (usually in recipes or assemblies)
- 添える (soeru) - Add, include (usually in a more figurative context)
- 添え足す (soetasu) - Add (to something that is already present, similar to 添える)
Words related
tsukeru
attach; join; to maintain; to paste; to secure; to sew; furnish (a house with); to use; wear; make an entry; to assess; to set (a price); apply (ointment); to bring alongside; to put (under guard or doctor); follow
Words with the same pronunciation: そえる soeru
How to Write in Japanese - (添える) soeru
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (添える) soeru:
Example Sentences - (添える) soeru
Below are some example sentences:
Kanojo wa ryōri ni kōshinryō o soeru no ga suki desu
She likes to add spices to the food.
She likes to add spices to the kitchen.
- 彼女 (kanojo) - Ela
- は (wa) - Topic particle
- 料理 (ryōri) - Cooking
- に (ni) - target particle
- 香辛料 (kōshinryō) - Spices
- を (wo) - Direct Object Particle
- 添える (soeru) - Add
- のが (noga) - Nominal subject particle
- 好き (suki) - To like
- です (desu) - Sentence-final particle
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