Translation and Meaning of: 揶揄う - karakau
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 揶揄う (karakau) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: karakau
Kana: からかう
Type: Verb
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Translation / Meaning: ridicule; to tease; play with
Meaning in English: to ridicule;to tease;to banter with;to make fun of
Definition: Mock or criticize someone or something in a playful manner.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (揶揄う) karakau
揶揄う is a Japanese word meaning "to mock" or "to ridicule". Its etymology is composed of two kanji: 揶 (ya), which means "mockery" or "ridicule", and 揄 (yu), which means "to display" or "to flaunt". Together they form the word 揶揄う, which is used to describe the action of mocking or ridiculing someone or something. This word is commonly used in informal situations, such as in conversations between friends or in joking situations.How to Write in Japanese - (揶揄う) karakau
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Verbal conjugation of 揶揄う
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 揶揄う (karakau)
- 揶揄える - 未然形
- 揶揄えよう - 未然形+う
- 揶揄えます - 連用形
- 揶揄えれば - 仮定形
- 揶揄えよう - 命令形
Synonyms and Similar - (揶揄う) karakau
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:
からかう; 冷やかす; あざける
Words containing: 揶揄う
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Words with the same pronunciation: からかう karakau
Example Sentences - (揶揄う) karakau
Below are some example sentences:
彼はいつも私を揶揄う。
Kare wa itsumo watashi o yayau
He always teases me.
He always ridiculed me.
- 彼 (kare) - personal pronoun meaning "he"
- は (wa) - topic particle indicating that the subject of the sentence is "he"
- いつも (itsumo) - adverb meaning "always"
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- を (wo) - direct object pronoun indicating that "I" is the object of the action
- 揶揄う (yayau) - The word is "mock."
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "ridicule; to tease; play with" é "(揶揄う) karakau". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
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