与え
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Meanings
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Often implies something received as a blessing or from a higher power, not just a casual present. Can be used in religious or poetic contexts.
This child is a gift from God.
Rain is a godsend for farmers.
Expressions
- 隙も与えずbefore one could; in no time at all; without giving a chance
- 天は二物を与えずGod doesn't give with both hands; heaven does not grant two gifts
- 天に二物を与えられたblessed with two gifts (usually beauty and intelligence)
- 求めよさらば与えられんask, and it shall be given you