ichidan verb, intransitive verb
be popular; be well-liked; be a hit
Colloquial intransitive verb, most often used for romantic popularity but also for general likability or being in demand. Often used in the form モテモテ (very popular).
彼はクラスで一番モテる。
He is the most popular in the class.
あのレストランは若い女性にモテている。
That restaurant is popular with young women.
彼女は子供たちにモテて、いつも一緒に遊んでいる。
She is well-liked by the kids and always plays with them.