also: たっとぶ
尊ぶ · godan verb (-bu)
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 尊ぶ | 尊ばない |
| Polite | 尊びます | 尊びません |
| Past polite | 尊びました | 尊びませんでした |
| Past | 尊んだ | 尊ばなかった |
| Te-form | 尊んで | 尊ばないで |
| Desire | 尊びたい | 尊びたくない |
| Potential | 尊べる | 尊べない |
| Passive | 尊ばれる | 尊ばれない |
| Causative | 尊ばせる | 尊ばせない |
| Causative passive | 尊ばせられるalso 尊ばされる | 尊ばせられないalso 尊ばされない |
| Volitional | 尊ぼう | |
| Polite volitional | 尊びましょう | |
| Imperative | 尊べ | 尊ぶな |
| Conditional | 尊べば | 尊ばなければ |
| Tara conditional | 尊んだら | 尊ばなかったら |
godan verb (-bu), transitive verb
Used when something is considered important, precious, or worthy of appreciation. Often refers to abstract qualities, traditions, or personal values.
He values time with his family above all else.
この地域では古くからの習慣を尊んでいる。
In this region, they prize the old customs.
godan verb (-bu), transitive verb
Used for holding someone in high regard, often due to their character, achievements, or position. Can also apply to abstract ideals.
生徒たちは先生をとても尊んでいる。
The students deeply respect their teacher.
彼は生涯を通じて正義を尊んだ。
Throughout his life, he revered justice.
He values individual freedom.
People revere the village elder.
A doctor's job is one that values life.
This country has a culture that honors tradition.
Alternate kanji spelling; less common but still used.
Alternate reading; slightly more formal or literary feel.
Rarely used kanji form.
Kana spelling; common in everyday writing when the kanji is not needed.